Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI
Last reviewed: May 2026
Podiatric Care Near Stockbridge, Michigan
Stockbridge patients can access Balance Foot & Ankle in Howell in approximately 20-25 minutes — a quick drive northwest via M-106 to I-96. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, is a fellowship-trained surgeon offering both conservative and surgical treatment for the full range of foot and ankle conditions.
Expert Foot & Ankle Treatment
Common presentations from the Stockbridge area include plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, bunions, diabetic foot care, and sports-related injuries. Our clinic features digital X-ray, diagnostic ultrasound, and in-office procedures to minimize the number of visits required for diagnosis and treatment initiation.
Easy Access from Stockbridge
M-106 West to I-96 West brings Stockbridge patients directly toward our Howell-area clinic. The route is simple and the drive is under 25 minutes for most Stockbridge area patients. New patient paperwork available online to streamline your first visit.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Stockbridge is a part of Livingston and Ingham counties that we serve regularly. The M-106 to I-96 route is one of the easier rural drives to our Howell location.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
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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, you can book online 24/7.
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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.