Quick answer: Utica Shelby Charter Township Foot Doctor Podiatrist is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. Effective treatment starts with a targeted diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Township practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
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Podiatric Care for Utica and Shelby Charter Township
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist, Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists, Michigan. Last updated April 2026.
Residents of Utica, Shelby Charter Township, and surrounding Macomb County communities have access to expert podiatric care at Balance Foot & Ankle. Our practice provides comprehensive foot and ankle evaluation and treatment under the care of Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, serving patients from throughout the region at our Bloomfield Township location.
Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Services
We provide the full spectrum of podiatric care for Macomb County patients. Whether you’re dealing with nagging heel pain that greets you every morning, a bunion that’s making shoes unbearable, an ankle injury that never fully healed, or the foot complications of a chronic medical condition like diabetes, our team brings expertise and a patient-centered approach to your care.
Frequently treated conditions for Utica and Shelby Township patients include plantar fasciitis and heel spur syndrome, bunions and hammertoes, Morton’s neuroma and forefoot pain, Achilles tendinopathy, ankle sprains and chronic instability, toenail conditions including ingrown nails and onychomycosis, diabetic foot care and wound management, flatfoot and arch disorders, nerve entrapment conditions including tarsal tunnel syndrome, and pediatric foot conditions.
Sports Medicine for Macomb County Athletes
Shelby Charter Township and the surrounding Macomb County communities have a active youth sports culture. We see young athletes from the region for growth plate injuries, ankle sprains, stress fractures, and overuse conditions. For adult recreational athletes, we manage running injuries, sports-related heel pain, ankle instability, and the full range of sport-specific foot and ankle conditions.
Our approach to sports-related foot problems emphasizes accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and realistic return-to-sport timelines — because getting athletes back to their sport safely and efficiently is as important as the treatment itself.
Diabetic Foot Care
We provide comprehensive diabetic foot care for Macomb County patients, recognizing that the foot complications of diabetes are serious, common, and largely preventable with consistent professional care. Our diabetic foot program includes annual preventive examinations, neurovascular screening, wound evaluation and management, therapeutic footwear guidance, and coordination with the patient’s medical team. Medicare-eligible patients may qualify for covered therapeutic shoes and insoles through the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program.
Making an Appointment
We welcome new patients from Utica, Shelby Charter Township, Sterling Heights, Macomb Township, Chesterfield, and throughout Macomb County. Our office accepts most major insurance plans and is Medicare-certified. Flexible scheduling with morning and afternoon availability accommodates busy schedules. Call (810) 206-1402 or book online to schedule your evaluation. Urgent concerns are accommodated with priority scheduling.
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 Township Office
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Township, 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 Township 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 Township
Visit Balance Foot & Ankle — Same-Day Appointments Available
Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Township. 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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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a podiatrist?
If symptoms persist past 2 weeks, affect your normal activity, or are accompanied by red-flag symptoms (warmth, redness, swelling, inability to bear weight).
What does treatment cost?
Most diagnostic visits and conservative treatments are covered by Medicare and major insurers. Out-of-pocket costs vary by your specific plan.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Most non-urgent cases see us within 5 business days. Urgent cases (sudden pain, possible fracture) typically same or next business day.
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.