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Podiatrist in Southfield, MI
Balance Foot & Ankle — Serving Oakland County
Patients from Southfield travel to our Bloomfield Hills office for board-certified podiatric care. Same-week appointments. Dr. Tom Biernacki, Dr. Carl Jay, and Dr. Daria Gutkin serve Southfield and all of Oakland County.
Podiatrist Near Southfield, MI
Trusted Foot & Ankle Care for Southfield Residents
Balance Foot & Ankle brings board-certified podiatric care to Southfield, MI. Three specialists, 1,123+ five-star reviews, and same-week appointments at our Bloomfield office — just minutes away.
What We Treat
Conditions We Treat for Southfield Patients
From chronic heel pain to complex surgical cases, our team handles the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions. Every Southfield patient gets a plan tailored to your foot type.
Heel & Arch Pain
Plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles tendinopathy. We use shockwave therapy, laser, custom orthotics, and biomechanical correction to get you pain-free.
Heel Pain Treatment →Toe & Nail Issues
Ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, bunions, hammertoes, plantar warts. In-office procedures with minimal downtime.
Toe & Nail Care →Diabetic & Nerve Care
Diabetic foot exams, neuropathy treatment, wound care, PAD screening, diabetic shoes. Keeping Southfield diabetic patients safe and mobile.
Diabetic Foot Care →Ankle & Sports Injuries
Ankle sprains, stress fractures, sports medicine, flatfoot reconstruction. Get back to the activities you love.
Sports & Ankle Care →Foot & Ankle Surgery
Bunion surgery (Lapiplasty), hammertoe correction, Achilles repair, ankle arthroscopy. 3,000+ surgeries performed.
Surgical Options →Senior & Routine Care
Medical pedicures, nail care, corn and callus treatment, senior foot exams. Gentle, thorough care for patients of all ages.
Senior Foot Care →Your Care Team
Three Specialists Serving Southfield
Every doctor at Balance Foot & Ankle is fellowship-trained or board-certified. Southfield patients choose the doctor that fits their needs.
Dr. Tom Biernacki DPM, FACFAS
Triple board-certified biomechanics specialist. 3,000+ surgeries. Michigan’s most-watched podiatrist with 950K+ YouTube subscribers. Lapiplasty-certified bunion surgeon. Outstanding with diabetic patients.
Learn about Dr. Tom →
Dr. Carl Jay DPM
Fellowship-trained surgical and procedure specialist. Takes the cases other surgeons refer. Specializes in complex reconstructive surgery, revision procedures, trauma, and diabetic limb salvage.
Learn about Dr. Jay →
Dr. Daria Gutkin DPM, AACFAS
Exceptional physician and skilled proceduralist. Henry Ford Health trained. Outstanding with patients, kids, families, and diabetic patients. Southfield patients love her thorough, unhurried approach.
Learn about Dr. Gutkin →Our Nearest Office
Getting Here from Southfield
Our Bloomfield office serves Southfield residents and is just a short drive away. We also offer home visit options for patients who need them.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Bloomfield
43494 Woodward Ave #208Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Phone: (810) 206-1402
Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
We also have an office in Howell for your convenience. Home visits are also available.
Insurance & New Patients
We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, HAP, Priority Health, Medicare, and many more. Southfield patients can verify coverage by calling our office.
Frequently Asked Questions — Southfield Patients
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Most Southfield patients are seen within the same week. Call (810) 206-1402 or book online to check availability.
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist?
No referral is needed for most insurance plans. You can book directly with us.
Which doctor should I see?
All three doctors are exceptional and experienced with diabetic patients. Dr. Tom Biernacki is a biomechanics specialist, Dr. Carl Jay is a surgical and procedure specialist, and Dr. Daria Gutkin is outstanding with patients, kids, and families.
Do you treat children?
Yes. We treat patients of all ages, including pediatric foot conditions like Sever’s disease, flat feet, and ingrown toenails.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring your insurance card, photo ID, a list of medications, and any imaging (X-rays or MRIs) from previous providers.
Southfield Foot or Ankle Pain? We Can Help.
Don’t wait for foot pain to get worse. Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-week appointments, accepts most insurance, and treats the full range of foot and ankle conditions.
Watch: Podiatry Services for Southfield, MI Patients
Board-certified podiatrists serving Southfield and surrounding areas. Same-week appointments available at our Bloomfield Hills office, just 15 minutes from Southfield.
Are you accepting new patients from Southfield, MI?
Yes — we welcome patients from Southfield at our Bloomfield Hills office. Same-week and next-day appointments are available. Call (810) 206-1402 or book online anytime.
What is the closest Balance Foot & Ankle office to Southfield, MI?
Our Bloomfield Hills location is the nearest office to Southfield, approximately 15 minutes away. We serve all of Southeast and Mid-Michigan.
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist in Southfield, MI?
No referral is needed. You can self-refer and schedule directly. Most insurance plans — including Medicare, Blue Cross, and Aetna — are accepted without prior authorization for standard podiatry care.
What foot and ankle conditions do you treat for Southfield patients?
We treat the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions including plantar fasciitis, bunions, ingrown toenails, diabetic foot care, neuropathy, ankle sprains, and more. Board-certified surgeons on staff for complex cases.
How do I get to Balance Foot & Ankle from Southfield, MI?
From Southfield, head toward Bloomfield Hills — it’s an easy drive of about 15 minutes. Our offices have free parking and are fully accessible. Directions are available on our locations page.
Foot pain — Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a podiatrist for foot pain?
If symptoms persist beyond 2 weeks of self-care, interfere with daily activity, or worsen suddenly, schedule a podiatrist evaluation. Early intervention typically shortens recovery and prevents chronic compensation patterns.
Will I need imaging or surgery?
Most foot pain cases resolve with conservative care—custom orthotics, supportive shoe changes, anti-inflammatory protocols, and targeted physical therapy. Imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, MRI) is reserved for cases that fail conservative treatment or when structural pathology is suspected. Surgery is rarely the first option.
Does insurance cover foot pain treatment in Michigan?
Most major Michigan insurance plans (BCBS, BCN, Priority Health, HAP, Medicare, Medicaid HMOs, United, Aetna, Cigna) cover medically necessary podiatric care. Custom orthotics may have separate DME coverage rules. Our team verifies your specific benefits before your visit.
Our podiatrists treat the underlying cause, not just the symptom. Same-week appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills, Michigan offices.