Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI
Last reviewed: May 2026
You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — serves patients here. Call (810) 206-1402 for same-day appointment at Howell or Bloomfield Township.
Quick answer: Podiatrist Burton Michigan is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. The 2026 evidence-based approach combines proper diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Township practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
Burton, Michigan — a city in Genesee County adjacent to Flint — has residents seeking specialist medical care throughout the region. For foot and ankle conditions, Balance Foot & Ankle PLLC in Howell, led by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, offers fellowship-trained expertise accessible from Burton via US-23 or I-69.
Dr. Biernacki provides comprehensive podiatric care including conservative treatment, custom orthotics, ESWT shockwave therapy, ultrasound-guided injections, and foot and ankle surgery — all at a single convenient Howell location.
The most important clinical decision with Podiatrist Burton Michigan isn’t which treatment to start with — it’s identifying the correct subtype. That changes everything. Call (810) 206-1402.
Services for Burton Area Patients
We treat plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, bunions, hammertoes, Morton’s neuroma, ankle sprains and instability, adult acquired flatfoot (PTTD), diabetic foot monitoring and wound care, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, warts, and complex reconstructive procedures. On-site digital X-ray for same-day diagnosis.
Genesee County Access via I-69 or US-23
Burton to Howell is approximately 40-50 minutes via I-69 West or US-23 South. Most major insurance plans accepted; new patient appointments available within the week.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Burton patients are Genesee County residents who deserve access to the same quality of specialist foot care as anyone else in Michigan. I am committed to providing that, and our Howell location is more accessible from Genesee County than many patients realize via I-69.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
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Visit Balance Foot & Ankle — Same-Day Appointments Available
Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Township. If you’re dealing with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a foot injury, we have same-day appointment availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a podiatrist?
If symptoms persist past 2 weeks, affect your normal activity, or are accompanied by red-flag symptoms (warmth, redness, swelling, inability to bear weight).
What does treatment cost?
Most diagnostic visits and conservative treatments are covered by Medicare and major insurers. Out-of-pocket costs vary by your specific plan.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Most non-urgent cases see us within 5 business days. Urgent cases (sudden pain, possible fracture) typically same or next business day.
Ready to fix this for good?
Reading goes so far. The fastest path is a 30-minute office visit. Same-day Howell or Bloomfield Township. Call (810) 206-1402.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists in Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of clinical experience, he specializes in heel pain, bunions, diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Biernacki is a member of the APMA and ACFAS, and his patient education content on MichiganFootDoctors.com and YouTube has made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.