Quick answer: Rochester Hills Rochester Utica Podiatrist Foot Doctor is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. The 2026 evidence-based approach combines proper diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
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Expert Foot and Ankle Care for Rochester Hills, Rochester, and Utica
Patients from Rochester Hills, City of Rochester, and Utica seeking skilled, communicative podiatric care will find a convenient option at Balance Foot & Ankle’s Bloomfield Hills location — a short drive south on Adams or Rochester Road. Dr. Tom provides comprehensive foot and ankle services with prompt scheduling and a treatment philosophy that prioritizes conservative care while offering the full range of surgical capabilities when needed.
Services Offered
The full scope of podiatric medicine is available: plantar fasciitis and heel pain, bunions and hammertoes, ingrown toenails and fungal nails, custom orthotics fabrication, diabetic foot care, ankle sprains and instability, Achilles tendinopathy, flat feet and high arches, sports injuries, stress fractures, neuromas, tarsal tunnel syndrome, and surgical consultation. In-office digital X-ray available at Bloomfield Township.
Active Rochester Hills Community
Rochester Hills and surrounding communities support an extremely active population — competitive youth athletics through Rochester Community Schools and Oakland University athletics, adult runners training along the Clinton River Trail, cyclists using the Paint Creek Trail, and tennis and pickleball enthusiasts at area facilities. Dr. Tom provides sports-specific evaluation and return-to-activity protocols for all athletic populations from this community.
Professional Community
Rochester Hills’ significant professional and corporate population generates demand for custom orthotics for business footwear, occupational foot care for tech and service industry workers, and efficient appointment scheduling around busy work schedules. Most insurance plans are accepted, and appointments are typically available within one week for new patients.
Schedule Your Appointment
Call (810) 206-1402 or schedule online at michiganfootdoctors.com. Serving Rochester Hills, Rochester, Utica, Shelby Township, and Macomb County communities from our Bloomfield Hills location.
Foot or Ankle Pain? We Can Help.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI
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Howell Office
4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
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Bloomfield Hills Office
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
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Same-week appointments available at both locations.
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When to See a Podiatrist
If foot or ankle pain has been bothering you for more than a few weeks, home care alone may not be enough. Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-week appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills clinics — no referral needed in most cases. Bring your current shoes and a short list of symptoms and we’ll build you a treatment plan in one visit.
Call Balance Foot & Ankle: (810) 206-1402 · Book online · Offices in Howell & Bloomfield Hills
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.
Same-day appointments available. (810) 206-1402
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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.