Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI Last reviewed: May 2026
MICHIGAN PODIATRIST INSIGHT
Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-day appointments for urgent foot and ankle conditions across Southeast Michigan — but the most important factor in outcomes isn’t getting seen quickly. Our podiatrists explain what to do in the first 24-48 hours before your appointment that most patients skip entirely. Call (810) 206-1402 — expert podiatric care across Michigan.
You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what foot and ankle care for Saline patients means and what works. Call (810) 206-1402 for same-day appointment at Howell or Bloomfield Hills.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki provides expert podiatric care for patients throughout Saline and Washtenaw County.
Podiatric Care for Saline, Michigan Patients
Residents of Saline and the surrounding Washtenaw County communities deserve expert foot and ankle care close to home. Balance Foot & Ankle, led by Dr. Tom Biernacki, provides the full spectrum of podiatric medicine to patients from Saline, Milan, York Township, and the greater Ann Arbor area.
Conditions We Treat for Saline Patients
Dr. Biernacki treats the complete range of foot and ankle conditions affecting Saline-area patients. Plantar fasciitis and heel pain are among the most common complaints, effectively managed with physical therapy protocols, custom orthotics, and advanced regenerative treatments. Diabetic foot care — including wound management, routine nail care, and custom footwear — is a priority given the serious consequences of untreated diabetic complications. Sports injuries including ankle sprains, stress fractures, and Achilles tendinopathy affect Saline’s active community, from high school athletes to weekend runners. Bunions, hammertoes, and other structural deformities cause progressive pain that responds well to early conservative intervention or surgical correction when necessary. Skin and nail conditions including ingrown toenails, fungal infections, and plantar warts receive prompt, comfortable treatment.
Why Saline Residents Choose Balance Foot & Ankle
Dr. Tom Biernacki brings subspecialty-level podiatric expertise to every patient encounter. Board-qualified and extensively trained in both conservative and surgical foot care, Dr. Biernacki provides individualized treatment plans that reflect each patient’s activity level, health status, and personal goals. Same-day and next-day appointments are regularly available for urgent concerns. The practice accepts most major insurance plans, and the team coordinates referrals with orthopedic specialists, vascular surgeons, and endocrinologists when complex cases require multidisciplinary care.
Conveniently Serving Washtenaw County
Saline patients benefit from Balance Foot & Ankle’s location in the greater metro Detroit and Ann Arbor region, with clinics accessible via I-94 and US-12. We welcome new patients and accept most major insurance plans. Call today to schedule your appointment — most new patients are seen within days.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
Tuli’s Classic Heel Cups
⭐ Highly Rated
Biomechanically engineered heel cups that absorb impact and cushion painful heels — an excellent first step for plantar fasciitis and heel spur pain affecting active Saline patients.
Dr. Tom says:“Simple, affordable, and effective for mild-to-moderate heel pain.”
✅ Best for Adults with heel pain, plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, or general foot fatigue
⚠️ Not ideal for Patients with severe structural foot deformities requiring custom orthotics
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Copper Compression Ankle Brace
⭐ Highly Rated
Comfortable compression ankle support providing stability for mild ankle sprains, chronic ankle instability, and post-injury return to sport — popular among Saline’s active population.
Dr. Tom says:“Provides meaningful support without the bulk of rigid ankle braces.”
✅ Best for Mild ankle sprains, chronic ankle instability, active patients returning to sport
⚠️ Not ideal for Severe ankle injuries requiring rigid immobilization
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✅ Pros / Benefits
Serving Saline and all Washtenaw County communities
Expert diabetic foot care and wound management
Custom orthotics and diabetic footwear
Same-day appointments available for urgent foot concerns
❌ Cons / Risks
Surgical procedures performed at licensed surgical facilities rather than in office
Custom orthotic fabrication requires a dedicated fitting appointment
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Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Saline is a wonderful community, and we’re proud to serve its residents with the same level of expert foot care available anywhere in Michigan. If you’re dealing with a nagging sports injury, diabetic foot concern, or structural problem affecting your quality of life, we’re here to help. Call Balance Foot & Ankle today.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the nearest Balance Foot & Ankle to Saline, MI?
Our clinic locations serve Saline and Washtenaw County patients with convenient access via major routes. Call our office and we’ll direct you to the most convenient location with the earliest available appointment.
Does Balance Foot & Ankle accept my insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, and many others. Call our office to verify your specific plan coverage.
Can I get same-day treatment for a foot injury in Saline?
Yes — we prioritize urgent appointments and frequently accommodate same-day or next-day visits for acute injuries, infections, and other time-sensitive foot and ankle problems.
Visit Balance Foot & Ankle — Same-Day Appointments Available
Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Hills. 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 Hills. Call (810) 206-1402.
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.
Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons are affiliated with Trinity Health Michigan, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health — three of Michigan’s largest health systems.
