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Novi podiatrist — Same-Week Foot & Ankle Care Worth the Drive
Novi patients drive 20 minutes (13 miles) to our Bloomfield office at 43494 Woodward Ave #208 for board-certified foot & ankle care — without the hospital wait.
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From Novi to our Bloomfield office
Why Novi Patients Choose Us
Novi families and Twelve Oaks Mall corridor commuters get same-week foot care without a Henry Ford referral wait
Our Bloomfield office sits just 20 minutes from downtown Novi, which means Novi families skip the hospital network bottlenecks and get same-week diagnostic imaging, conservative-first treatment plans, and surgery only when truly indicated.
Same-week appointments
Call before 10 AM for next-day slots when our schedule permits. New patients average 3–5 business days from call to first visit.
On-site digital imaging
Digital X-ray and ultrasound in the office. Most Novi patients leave their first visit with diagnosis, imaging, and a treatment plan — no second appointment to start care.
Conservative care first
We exhaust non-surgical options — orthotics, EPAT, MLS laser, injections — before discussing surgery. 3,000+ surgeries performed when truly needed.
Common in Novi
Foot & ankle conditions we treat for Novi patients
- Plantar fasciitis & heel pain — common in Novi runners (Maybury State Park area) and corporate-commute professionals.
- Bunion correction — Lapiplasty 3D, MICA, and traditional options. Dr. Tom is a high-volume Lapiplasty surgeon.
- Sports injuries — ankle sprains, Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures — common in Novi’s active youth and adult athletic community.
- Diabetic foot care — annual exams, ulcer prevention, neuropathy. Coordinated with your Novi-area PCP.
- Ingrown toenails — 15-minute office procedure under local anesthetic.
- Toenail fungus — laser, oral, and topical options — honest options conversation.
Don’t see your problem? Call (810) 206-1402 — we treat the full range of foot and ankle problems.
Meet your podiatrists
Three board-certified specialists serving Novi
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS
Triple board-certified · 950K+ YouTube
Lapiplasty-certified bunion surgeon. 3,000+ surgical cases. Education-first approach.
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Dr. Carl Jay, DPM
Fellowship-trained · Reconstruction
Cases other surgeons refer. Revision and complex reconstruction specialist.
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Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM
Bilingual · Gentle hands
Anxious patients request her. Bilingual care. AACFAS-certified.
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20-minute drive from Novi to our Bloomfield office
Driving directions
From Novi, head east on Grand River Avenue or 12 Mile Road, then north on Woodward Ave to the 43494 Woodward office. The office is at 43494 Woodward Ave #208. Free parking on site, wheelchair accessible entrance, well-lit lot.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Bloomfield43494 Woodward Ave #208, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
☎ (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Novi-area neighborhoods we serve
Downtown Novi, Twelve Oaks corridor, Walled Lake border, Northville border, Lyon Township border, Novi Road area.
Landmarks near our Novi patients
Twelve Oaks Mall, Maybury State Park, Novi Civic Center, Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi High School, Lakeshore Park, Rotary Park, Novi Public Library.
Insurance accepted for Novi patients
Most insurance plans, free verification
We participate with major insurers covering Novi and the broader Oakland County area: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan + BCN, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare and Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (most plans), Tricare, Workers’ Compensation, and most major regional plans. Corewell Health Beaumont Farmington Hills, Henry Ford West Bloomfield referrals welcome. Self-pay patients get transparent pricing — call (810) 206-1402 for a quick verification.
Common questions from Novi
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Novi to your Bloomfield office?
Typical Novi patients arrive in 20 minutes. The route is east on Grand River Avenue or 12 Mile Road, then north on Woodward Ave to the 43494 Woodward office. We’re 13 miles from downtown Novi.
Can I get a same-week appointment as a new Novi patient?
Yes, in most cases. Call (810) 206-1402 before 10 AM and ask about next-available slots. Acute injuries (suspected fracture, severe ingrown nail with infection) typically get same-day or next-day appointments.
Do you accept my insurance?
We participate with BCBS of Michigan, BCN, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, most Medicaid plans, Tricare, and Workers’ Comp. Free insurance verification before your visit — we’ll tell you what’s covered up front.
I was treated elsewhere — can I transfer care from another Novi-area podiatrist?
Absolutely. Bring imaging and records, or have your prior provider fax them to us before your visit. Many Novi patients come to us for a second opinion before scheduling surgery elsewhere.
Do you see children from Novi?
Yes — we see patients age 4 and up. Common pediatric cases: in-toeing, sports injuries from Novi youth athletics, ingrown toenails, warts, heel pain (Sever’s).
Is your Howell office closer for me?
Possibly — the same three doctors see patients at both offices. Our Howell location may be a shorter drive from some parts of Novi. Call (810) 206-1402 and the front desk will book you at the closer office with the next available slot.
Ready to book your Novi foot & ankle visit?
Same-week appointments. Most insurance accepted. Three board-certified doctors, two convenient offices. The front desk will route you to the next slot at the location closest to Novi.
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