Medically Reviewed | Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan
Quick Answer:
Quick Answer: Balance Foot & Ankle is located in Bloomfield Hills, just 8-10 miles from West Bloomfield Township. Dr. Tom Biernacki is a board-certified podiatrist treating plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, bunions, ankle injuries, diabetic foot care, fungal nails, and sports injuries. Same-week appointments are typically available. Call (248) 962-8515.
Foot and Ankle Care Serving West Bloomfield Township
West Bloomfield Township is one of Oakland County’s largest and most vibrant communities — home to approximately 65,000 residents, dozens of parks and nature preserves, a nationally recognized restaurant scene, and one of the most active populations in metro Detroit. It’s a community that values health, activity, and access to quality specialists.
Balance Foot & Ankle in Bloomfield Hills is conveniently located 8-10 miles from most West Bloomfield neighborhoods, easily accessible via Orchard Lake Road, Telegraph Road, or Maple Road. Dr. Tom Biernacki is a board-certified podiatrist with advanced fellowship training in foot and ankle surgery serving West Bloomfield patients with same-week scheduling for most conditions.
Our Most Common West Bloomfield Presentations
Plantar fasciitis and heel pain account for a significant portion of new patient visits. West Bloomfield’s active, health-conscious population includes many runners using the Paint Creek Trail corridor, cyclists, golfers, and fitness enthusiasts — all groups with elevated plantar fasciitis incidence. We confirm the diagnosis with in-office ultrasound (which visualizes the fascial thickening and distinguishes fasciitis from fat pad atrophy or tarsal tunnel syndrome) and offer a complete treatment spectrum from stretching protocols and custom orthotics through shockwave therapy and PRP injections for chronic cases.
Diabetic foot care is a high-priority service for West Bloomfield’s substantial senior population. We provide annual neuropathy screening, vascular assessment, Medicare therapeutic shoe prescriptions, wound management, and coordination with endocrinology and vascular surgery. Early intervention prevents the ulceration-amputation pathway that represents one of diabetes’s most devastating complications.
Bunions, hammertoes, and forefoot deformities affect a large percentage of adults — particularly women with a history of narrow toe-box footwear. Our surgical outcomes for bunion correction (Chevron, Scarf, and Lapidus procedures based on deformity severity) allow most patients to return to regular shoes within 6-8 weeks of surgery.
Toenail conditions — including ingrown toenails, thickened fungal nails, and nail trauma — are extremely common. Our in-office permanent nail correction procedure resolves ingrown toenails with a 95% cure rate and typically no activity restriction after 24-48 hours.
Why West Bloomfield Patients Choose Us
Proximity, comprehensive capability, and insurance access. Our Bloomfield Hills office is close enough for West Bloomfield residents to make a quick appointment without major disruption to their day. We perform in-office diagnostics (digital X-ray, ultrasound, ABI vascular testing) so most patients leave with a diagnosis and treatment plan from their first visit. We accept virtually all major insurance plans — Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, HAP, and Priority Health.
To schedule, call (248) 962-8515. Same-week appointments are standard and urgent cases — infected nails, suspected fractures, severe ankle injuries — are seen same-day or next-day when available.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
CURREX RunPro Insoles
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Dynamic arch support insoles for runners, cyclists, and active adults. Three arch profiles (low/medium/high) matched to foot type. Deep heel cup and forefoot flex zone. Ideal for West Bloomfield’s active population.
Dr. Tom says: “I run the West Bloomfield trail system regularly. These insoles resolved the heel pain I’d been fighting and my podiatrist confirmed they were a good match for my foot type.”
Runners, cyclists, hikers, and active adults with plantar fasciitis, arch fatigue, or heel pain
Patients with severe flatfoot or those using custom orthotics prescribed by their podiatrist
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Dr. Tom says: “My podiatrist recommended these while my custom orthotics were being fabricated. They provided immediate relief for my plantar fasciitis and I still keep a pair in my casual shoes.”
Patients with mild to moderate overpronation, plantar fasciitis, or arch fatigue in daily footwear
Patients prescribed custom orthotics — use those; these are for shoes where custom devices don’t fit
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Dr. Tom says: “I wear these in my hiking boots for West Bloomfield trail walks. The arch support completely eliminated the ball-of-foot pain I had on long hikes.”
Hikers, outdoor enthusiasts, and patients with flatfoot or high-load jobs requiring all-day arch support in boots
Patients who need low-profile insoles in narrow dress or casual shoes — PowerStep Pinnacle is bulky
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✅ Pros / Benefits
- 8-10 miles from West Bloomfield — easy access via Orchard Lake, Telegraph, or Maple Road
- Same-week appointments and urgent same-day availability
- In-office X-ray, ultrasound, and ABI testing — complete evaluation in one visit
- Full surgical capabilities for bunions, hammertoes, ankle instability, and tendon repair
- Medicare and all major insurance plans accepted
❌ Cons / Risks
- Office is in Bloomfield Hills — a short drive from western West Bloomfield neighborhoods
- Surgical procedures require advance scheduling at hospital or outpatient surgery center
Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
West Bloomfield patients are among my most active — trail runners, golfers, cyclists, tennis players. The activity level is great for health overall, but it means I see a lot of overuse injuries and heel pain. The good news is that almost all of these conditions respond very well to treatment, and most patients are back to full activity within 6-8 weeks. Don’t delay — the sooner we evaluate you, the faster you recover.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is your office relative to West Bloomfield?
We’re in Bloomfield Hills, approximately 8-10 miles east-southeast of central West Bloomfield. You can reach us via Orchard Lake Road south, Telegraph Road south, or Maple Road east depending on where in West Bloomfield you live.
Do you treat sports injuries in golfers?
Yes — we see golfers regularly for sesamoiditis, plantar fasciitis, and hallux rigidus (stiff big toe) that affects the push-off phase of the golf swing. These conditions are very treatable and we work to get golfers back on the course as quickly as possible.
Can you evaluate my child’s foot pain?
Yes — we see pediatric patients for Sever’s disease (heel pain in growing kids), flat feet, in-toeing, ingrown toenails, and plantar warts. Children are welcome.
Do you offer telehealth?
We offer telehealth consultations for follow-up visits and general questions, but most podiatry conditions require in-person examination, X-ray, or ultrasound for accurate diagnosis. New patients are evaluated in person.
What insurance do you accept?
Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, HAP, Priority Health, and most major plans. Call to verify your specific coverage.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a double board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon 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 reached over one million views.
- Plantar Fasciitis: Diagnosis and Conservative Management (PubMed)
- Plantar Fasciitis (APMA)
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis (PubMed / AAFP)
- Heel Pain (APMA)