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Podiatrist in Walled Lake, MI
Balance Foot & Ankle — Serving Oakland County
Patients from Walled Lake 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 Walled Lake and all of Oakland County.
Podiatrist Near Walled Lake, MI
Trusted Foot & Ankle Care for Walled Lake Residents
Balance Foot & Ankle brings board-certified podiatric care to Walled Lake, 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 Walled Lake Patients
From chronic heel pain to complex surgical cases, our team handles the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions. Every Walled Lake patient gets a personalized treatment plan.
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 Walled Lake 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 Walled Lake
Every doctor at Balance Foot & Ankle is fellowship-trained or board-certified. Walled Lake 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 943K 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. Walled Lake patients love her thorough, unhurried approach.
Learn about Dr. Gutkin →Our Nearest Office
Getting Here from Walled Lake
Our Bloomfield office serves Walled Lake residents and is just a short drive away. We also offer telehealth and home visit options for patients who need them.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Bloomfield
43494 Woodward Ave #208Bloomfield Twp, 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 and telehealth appointments 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. Walled Lake patients can verify coverage by calling our office.
Frequently Asked Questions — Walled Lake Patients
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Most Walled Lake 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.
Walled Lake 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.
Are you accepting new patients from Walled Lake, MI?
Yes — we welcome new patients from Walled Lake and surrounding communities. No referral is required. You can book online 24/7 at michiganfootdoctors.com or call (810) 206-1402. We typically offer new patient appointments within 3–5 business days.
What is the closest Balance Foot & Ankle office to Walled Lake, MI?
The most convenient office for Walled Lake residents is in Bloomfield Hills — about 15 minutes from Walled Lake. Drive time is approximately 12–18 minutes. We also have a second location in Howell (4330 E Grand River Ave) for your convenience.
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist in Walled Lake, MI?
No referral is needed to see our podiatrists. Most insurance plans allow direct access to podiatric specialists. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Priority Health, HAP, and most commercial plans. Call (810) 206-1402 to verify your specific benefits.
Watch: Podiatry Services for Walled Lake, MI Patients
Board-certified podiatrists serving Walled Lake and surrounding areas. Same-week appointments available at our Bloomfield Hills office, just 20 minutes from Walled Lake.
Are you accepting new patients from Walled Lake, MI?
Yes — we welcome patients from Walled Lake 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 Walled Lake, MI?
Our Bloomfield Hills location is the nearest office to Walled Lake, approximately 20 minutes away. We serve all of Southeast and Mid-Michigan.
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist in Walled Lake, 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 Walled Lake 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 Walled Lake, MI?
From Walled Lake, head toward Bloomfield Hills — it’s an easy drive of about 20 minutes. Our offices have free parking and are fully accessible. Directions are available on our locations page.