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Troy podiatrist — Same-Week Podiatrist Just South of Somerset
Troy patients drive 12 minutes (5 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 Troy to our Bloomfield office
Why Troy Patients Choose Us
Troy families and corporate professionals get same-week foot care without driving to a Beaumont satellite
Our Bloomfield office sits just 12 minutes from downtown Troy, which means Troy 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 Troy 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 Troy
Foot & ankle conditions we treat for Troy patients
- Plantar fasciitis & heel spurs — common in Troy’s long-commute professionals and runners. EPAT, orthotics, and conservative-first plans.
- Diabetic foot care — annual exams, ulcer prevention, neuropathy management. Coordinated with your Troy-area PCP and endocrinologist.
- Bunion correction — Lapiplasty 3D, MICA, and traditional bunionectomy. Dr. Tom performs more Lapiplasties annually than most Detroit-area surgeons.
- Sports injuries — from Troy’s active youth and adult athletic community. Ankle sprains, Achilles, stress fractures — same-week diagnostic imaging.
- Toenail fungus — laser, oral, topical — honest options-and-outcomes conversation, not a pitch.
- Ingrown toenails — 15-minute office procedure under local anesthetic. Walk in, walk out, walk easier.
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 Troy
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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12-minute drive from Troy to our Bloomfield office
Driving directions
From Troy, head west on Big Beaver or 14 Mile, then south on Woodward to the 43494 Woodward Ave office in Bloomfield. 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
Troy-area neighborhoods we serve
Downtown Troy, Somerset area, Big Beaver corridor, Northfield Hills, Beach Forest.
Landmarks near our Troy patients
Somerset Collection, Troy Sports Center, Stage Nature Center, Troy Civic Center, Big Beaver corridor, Troy Historic Village, Troy Aquatic Center, Detroit Country Day School.
Insurance accepted for Troy patients
Most insurance plans, free verification
We participate with major insurers covering Troy 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. Corewell Health Beaumont Troy, Henry Ford Medical Center Troy referrals welcome. Self-pay patients get transparent pricing — call (810) 206-1402 for a quick verification.
Common questions from Troy
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Troy to your Bloomfield office?
Typical Troy patients arrive in 12 minutes. The route is west on Big Beaver or 14 Mile, then south on Woodward to the 43494 Woodward Ave office in Bloomfield. We’re 5 miles from downtown Troy.
Can I get a same-week appointment as a new Troy 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 Troy-area podiatrist?
Absolutely. Bring imaging and records, or have your prior provider fax them to us before your visit. Many Troy patients come to us for a second opinion before scheduling surgery elsewhere.
Do you see children from Troy?
Yes — we see patients age 4 and up. Common pediatric cases: in-toeing, sports injuries from Troy 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 Troy. Call (810) 206-1402 and the front desk will book you at the closer office with the next available slot.
Ready to book your Troy 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 Troy.
Watch & Learn
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Other communities near Troy
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