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Waterford Township & White Lake Foot Doctor | Balance Foot & Ankle

Waterford and White Lake patients drive 25 minutes to our Bloomfield Hills office — convenient access to comprehensive foot care.

You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what foot doctor in Waterford Township and White Lake means and what works. Call (810) 206-1402 for same-day appointment at Howell or Bloomfield Hills.

Quick answer: Waterford Township White Lake Foot Doctor 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 Hills practices. Call (810) 206-1402.

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist, Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists, Michigan. Last updated April 2026.

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Foot Care for Waterford Township, White Lake, and Northern Oakland County

Residents of Waterford Township, White Lake, Sylvan Lake, Pontiac, Highland Township, and the many lake communities of northern Oakland County have convenient access to expert podiatric care at Balance Foot & Ankle’s Bloomfield Hills location. Our board-certified podiatrists provide comprehensive foot and ankle care for patients of all ages throughout northern Oakland County.

Whether you’re dealing with a chronic heel pain problem, a sports injury, or a foot condition related to diabetes or another systemic illness, we have the expertise and technology to evaluate and treat it effectively.

Northern Oakland County’s Foot Health Needs

The Waterford and White Lake area is home to an active community that enjoys the many lakes, parks, and recreational opportunities of northern Oakland County. Paddlers, hikers, cyclists, and recreational athletes frequently sustain foot and ankle injuries, and we’re experienced in treating the full range of outdoor activity-related conditions.

The area’s significant boating and water sports community brings us occasional unique presentations: boat-related foot trauma, wet dock surface-related falls, and foot infections from marine environments. We handle all of these promptly and effectively.

Comprehensive Conditions Treated

Our Bloomfield Hills practice treats the complete spectrum of foot and ankle conditions. For everyday problems: plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, corns, calluses, plantar warts, bunions, and hammertoes. For sports and activity injuries: ankle sprains, stress fractures, Achilles tendon problems, and peroneal tendon disorders. For complex medical conditions: diabetic foot ulcers, Charcot foot, inflammatory arthritis foot complications, and neuropathic pain management.

Advanced Wound Care

For patients in northern Oakland County living with diabetic foot ulcers or other chronic wounds, our wound care services provide professional debridement, advanced wound dressings, offloading protocols, and coordinated care with vascular specialists when needed. We treat wound care patients with urgency — recognizing that delayed treatment of foot wounds in high-risk patients can rapidly escalate to limb-threatening complications.

Custom Orthotics for Lakes Area Residents

Custom orthotics are among the most valuable services we offer for patients with biomechanical contributors to foot pain. We use digital scanning technology to create precise, custom-engineered devices appropriate for everything from athletic training to dress shoes to work boots. The feedback from orthotic patients is consistently among the most positive in our practice.

Scheduling and Insurance

Call (810) 206-1402 or book online to schedule at our Bloomfield Hills office. We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicare, and Medicaid. Same-week new patient appointments are often available. We look forward to serving Waterford Township, White Lake, and the communities of northern Oakland County.

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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

Dr. Tom’s At-Home Recommendations

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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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Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons are affiliated with Trinity Health Michigan, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health — three of Michigan’s largest health systems.