Podiatrist in Southfield, MI | Balance Foot & Ankle

Balance Foot & Ankle cares for Southfield patients at our Bloomfield Hills office, located at 43494 Woodward Ave #208, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 — about 15 to 20 minutes north of most Southfield neighborhoods via Telegraph Road or the Lodge (M-10) to Woodward Avenue. Our board-certified podiatrists offer same-week appointments for everything from heel pain and ingrown toenails to diabetic foot care and bunion surgery. Call (810) 206-1402 or request your first visit online.

A Short Drive Up Woodward for Specialist Foot Care

Southfield sits at the crossroads of Oakland County — and our Bloomfield Hills office is just up the Woodward corridor. Patients come to us when they want a specialist who actually has time for them: a 4.9-star practice with more than 1,123 Google reviews, led by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS, a board-certified podiatric surgeon with over 3,000 surgeries performed. You will be examined, diagnosed, and treated by a podiatrist at every visit.

Podiatry Services for Southfield Patients

• Diabetic foot exams, neuropathy testing, and wound care — one of the most important services we provide for Southfield’s seniors
• Heel pain and plantar fasciitis treatment for professionals on their feet all day
• Bunion care, including minimally invasive bunion surgery with smaller incisions and faster return to shoes
• Ingrown toenails, fungal nails, and skin conditions
• Ankle sprains, tendonitis, and sports injuries
• Custom orthotics molded in office
• Home-visit podiatry for homebound patients in select areas

Getting to Our Bloomfield Hills Office from Southfield

From central Southfield or the Town Center area

Take Telegraph Road (US-24) north, then head east to Woodward Avenue, or take the Lodge (M-10) to its northern end and continue up Woodward. The office is at 43494 Woodward Ave #208 — usually 15–20 minutes.

From Lathrup Village, Beverly Hills, or Franklin

You are even closer — typically 10–15 minutes north on Telegraph or Southfield Road toward Woodward.

Free parking is available at the building, with the office in Suite 208.

Meet Our Podiatrists

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS

Board-certified podiatric surgeon and founder of Balance Foot & Ankle. Specializes in bunion correction, heel pain, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. View full bio →

Dr. Carl Jay, DPM

Provides comprehensive medical and surgical foot care, with particular focus on diabetic foot health and nail and skin conditions.

Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM

Treats the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions; patients regularly mention her thorough, unhurried appointments.

Communities We Serve Near Southfield

Along with Southfield, our Bloomfield Hills office serves Lathrup Village, Oak Park, Franklin, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Berkley, Royal Oak, and Birmingham. Patients on the west side of the metro area may prefer our Howell office at 4330 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843.

Insurance and New Patient Information

We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna, HAP, and Priority Health. See full insurance details → New patients can complete intake forms online before their visit.

Frequently Asked Questions — Southfield Patients

Where do Southfield patients see you?

At our Bloomfield Hills office, 43494 Woodward Ave #208, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 — about 15–20 minutes north of Southfield via Telegraph Road or the Lodge to Woodward Avenue.

Do you take Medicare for diabetic foot care?

Yes. Medicare covers podiatry services including diabetic foot exams and qualifying nail care, and our team verifies your coverage before your appointment.

Can I get a second opinion on foot surgery?

Absolutely. Dr. Biernacki regularly provides second opinions on bunion, hammertoe, and ankle surgery — including whether a minimally invasive approach could work for you instead of a traditional open procedure.

My parent can’t easily leave home — can you still help?

We offer home-visit podiatry in select areas for homebound patients. Call (810) 206-1402 to check availability for your address.

How fast can I be seen?

Most new patients are offered a same-week appointment. Call us or book online and we will find the earliest opening.

Schedule Your Appointment

Call (810) 206-1402 or book online to see a board-certified podiatrist this week.