Quick answer: Wixom Walled Lake Commerce Township Podiatrist Foot Doctor is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. The 2026 evidence-based approach combines proper diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
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Podiatric Care for Wixom, Walled Lake, and Commerce Township
Patients from Wixom, Walled Lake, Commerce Township, and surrounding western Oakland County communities find expert foot and ankle care at Balance Foot & Ankle’s Bloomfield Hills location. Dr. Tom provides comprehensive podiatric services with prompt appointment availability and the full range of surgical and non-surgical treatment capabilities.
Services Available
All foot and ankle conditions are treated: plantar fasciitis and heel pain, bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, fungal nails, ankle sprains and instability, diabetic foot care, custom orthotics, Achilles tendinopathy, flat feet and high arches, stress fractures, neuromas, and surgical correction when conservative care is insufficient. Digital X-ray imaging is available in-office.
Active Lakes Region Athletes
The Wixom, Walled Lake, and Commerce Township area is home to many active adults and youth athletes — from competitive swimmers and cyclists at local sports facilities to trail runners using the western Oakland County trail network to recreational softball, soccer, and baseball players in community leagues. Dr. Tom provides sports-specific injury evaluation and return-to-activity protocols for all athletic populations, minimizing time away from activity while ensuring safe recovery.
Custom Orthotics for Western Oakland County Patients
Custom foot orthotics are one of the most requested services from western Oakland County patients. Dr. Tom fabricates orthotics from neutral cast impressions, designed for the specific footwear needs of each patient — athletic shoes, dress shoes, or work boots. Most insurance plans provide at least partial orthotics coverage. The fabrication process takes approximately 2–3 weeks from casting to delivery.
Schedule Your Appointment
Call (810) 206-1402 or book online at michiganfootdoctors.com to schedule at the Bloomfield Hills office. Most major insurance plans accepted including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, Priority Health, and others. New patient appointments typically available within one week.
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 Hills Office
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Hills, 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 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
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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
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.