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Pontiac podiatrist — Work-Boot & Standing-All-Day Foot Pain Specialists
Pontiac patients drive 8 minutes (4 miles) to our Bloomfield office at 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208 for board-certified foot & ankle care — without the hospital wait.
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From Pontiac to our Bloomfield office
Why Pontiac Patients Choose Us
Pontiac workers, manufacturing professionals, and families get same-week foot care without an ER visit
Our Bloomfield office sits just 8 minutes from downtown Pontiac, which means Pontiac 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 Pontiac 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 Pontiac
Foot & ankle conditions we treat for Pontiac patients
- Plantar fasciitis & heel pain — the #1 problem for Pontiac workers on their feet all shift. Same-week diagnostic ultrasound and conservative-first care.
- Diabetic foot care — annual exams, ulcer treatment, neuropathy management. Coordinated with your Pontiac-area PCP — we accept McLaren and most Medicaid plans.
- Work-related foot injuries — Workers’ Comp accepted. Same-day evaluation for crush injuries, fractures, and infected wounds.
- Bunions & toe deformities — Lapiplasty 3D, MICA, and traditional correction — outpatient surgery with same-day discharge.
- Ingrown toenails — 15-minute office procedure under local anesthetic. Most Pontiac patients book a same-week appointment.
- Toenail fungus — laser, oral, and topical options. Honest conversation about what works for your case.
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 Pontiac
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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8-minute drive from Pontiac to our Bloomfield office
Driving directions
From Pontiac, head south on Woodward Avenue from downtown Pontiac — the office is at 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208, just past Square Lake Road. The office is at 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208. Free parking on site, wheelchair accessible entrance, well-lit lot.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Bloomfield43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
☎ (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Pontiac-area neighborhoods we serve
Downtown Pontiac, Bloomfield border, Auburn Hills border, Sylvan Lake area, Keego Harbor area.
Landmarks near our Pontiac patients
M-1 Concourse, Phoenix Center, Downtown Pontiac, Oakland County Courthouse, Pontiac Silverdome site, Crofoot Ballroom, Hawk Island Park, Lakeside Cemetery.
Insurance accepted for Pontiac patients
Most insurance plans, free verification
We participate with major insurers covering Pontiac 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. McLaren Oakland, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland referrals welcome. Self-pay patients get transparent pricing — call (810) 206-1402 for a quick verification.
Common questions from Pontiac
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Pontiac to your Bloomfield office?
Typical Pontiac patients arrive in 8 minutes. The route is south on Woodward Avenue from downtown Pontiac — the office is at 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208, just past Square Lake Road. We’re 4 miles from downtown Pontiac.
Can I get a same-week appointment as a new Pontiac 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 Pontiac-area podiatrist?
Absolutely. Bring imaging and records, or have your prior provider fax them to us before your visit. Many Pontiac patients come to us for a second opinion before scheduling surgery elsewhere.
Do you see children from Pontiac?
Yes — we see patients age 4 and up. Common pediatric cases: in-toeing, sports injuries from Pontiac 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 Pontiac. Call (810) 206-1402 and the front desk will book you at the closer office with the next available slot.
Ready to book your Pontiac 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 Pontiac.
Watch & Learn
Diabetic foot ulcer treatment
Pontiac workers on their feet all shift. Dr. Tom’s diabetic neuropathy explainer. 950K+ subscribers watch Dr. Tom on YouTube.
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