Medically Reviewed | Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan
Quick Answer:
Quick Answer: Balance Foot & Ankle, led by Dr. Tom Biernacki, serves patients throughout the Capital Region including Lansing, East Lansing, Okemos, Holt, Mason, DeWitt, and surrounding Ingham County communities. Dr. Biernacki is board-certified in podiatric medicine and surgery, specializing in heel pain, bunions, ingrown toenails, sports injuries, diabetic foot care, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Call (810) 955-5700 to schedule at the most convenient location for Lansing and Ingham County patients.
Michigan’s capital region — Lansing, East Lansing, and the surrounding Ingham County communities — is home to state government employees, Michigan State University’s student-athlete and faculty population, and a diverse community of working families who need accessible, expert foot and ankle care. Dr. Tom Biernacki at Balance Foot & Ankle serves the Capital Region with board-certified podiatric medicine and surgery, providing the same level of specialist care available in the Detroit and Grand Rapids metro areas.
Podiatric Services for Lansing and East Lansing
Balance Foot & Ankle provides comprehensive foot and ankle care for Ingham County patients including plantar fasciitis and heel spur treatment, bunion and hammertoe correction, ingrown toenail management, diabetic foot monitoring and wound care, ankle sprain and instability treatment, Achilles tendinopathy, flat foot management, sports injury evaluation, toenail fungus treatment, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.
MSU Community and State Government Employees
Dr. Biernacki’s practice is well-suited to serve East Lansing and Michigan State University patients — student athletes with ankle injuries, faculty members with occupational foot pain, and MSU Health Plan patients. State of Michigan employees in the Lansing area appreciate Dr. Biernacki’s acceptance of state employee insurance plans and his efficient, evidence-based approach to foot and ankle care.
Access for the Capital Region
Call (810) 955-5700 to schedule. Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and most major insurance plans including state employee plans are accepted. New patients from Lansing, East Lansing, Okemos, Holt, Mason, and throughout Ingham County are welcome.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
Saucony Guide Running Shoe
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Stability running shoe with medial guidance frame for mild overpronation — popular among Capital Region runners and student-athletes managing plantar fasciitis and arch fatigue.
Dr. Tom says: “Been running on these for two MSU Marathon cycles — my PT and podiatrist both approve of the stability without over-correction.”
Best for: Lansing-area runners with mild overpronation; plantar fasciitis management in athletic footwear
Not ideal for: significant overpronation requiring maximum stability shoe
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Ossur Rebound Lace Ankle Brace
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Low-profile lace-up ankle brace with bilateral straps and comfortable fabric liner — ideal for MSU student-athletes returning to sport after ankle sprains and peroneal tendon injuries.
Dr. Tom says: “Worn this for my ankle sprain recovery at MSU — fits in a cleat without bulk and gives solid lateral support.”
Best for: East Lansing and MSU student-athlete ankle sprain rehabilitation; return to sport ankle protection
Not ideal for: severe ankle instability requiring rigid bracing; immediate post-fracture immobilization
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✅ Pros / Benefits
- Board-certified foot and ankle surgeon serving Lansing, East Lansing, and all of Ingham County
- Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and state employee insurance plans common in the Capital Region
- Sports-focused care well-suited to MSU student-athlete and active Lansing community
❌ Cons / Risks
- Travel to the nearest Balance Foot & Ankle location may be required for some Ingham County patients
- Complex surgical cases may require specific facility scheduling
- High regional demand may extend wait times for routine elective consultations
Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Lansing has a great mix of patients — government employees with the kind of chronic occupational foot pain that comes from years of office work, MSU student-athletes with sports injuries who need to get back to competition quickly, and a significant retiree population managing diabetic complications. I enjoy the variety. The common thread is that everyone wants a podiatrist who is direct and honest — who tells you what the X-ray actually shows, explains the real options, and doesn’t waste your time with treatments that aren’t going to work.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Biernacki serve Lansing and East Lansing patients?
Yes — Balance Foot & Ankle serves patients throughout Ingham County and the Capital Region. Call (810) 955-5700.
Does Dr. Biernacki accept state of Michigan employee insurance?
Most major insurance plans are accepted including those common to state employees. Call (810) 955-5700 to verify your specific plan.
Can Dr. Biernacki treat MSU student-athletes?
Yes — sports foot and ankle injuries including ankle sprains, stress fractures, and tendon injuries are routinely treated. Emergency and urgent slots are available for athlete injuries.
What insurance does Balance Foot & Ankle accept in Ingham County?
Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Priority Health, and most other major plans are accepted.
How quickly can Lansing area patients get appointments?
Urgent cases within 24–48 hours; routine appointments within 1–2 weeks. Call (810) 955-5700.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a double board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon 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 reached over one million views.
- Plantar Fasciitis: Diagnosis and Conservative Management (PubMed)
- Plantar Fasciitis (APMA)
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis (PubMed / AAFP)
- Heel Pain (APMA)