★★★★★ 4.9 — 1,123+ Google Reviews
Foot Pain Doesn't Have to Be Your Normal.
Three board-certified surgeons. Same-week appointments. Most patients pay $0 — insurance verified before your visit. No referral needed.
Offers You Won't Find at Any Other Podiatry Office
Same-Week Appointments Guaranteed
New patients seen within 5 business days — or we personally call to expedite your care. No waiting weeks in pain.
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Most Patients Pay $0 Out of Pocket
We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross, Aetna, United, Cigna, Priority Health, and 20+ more plans. We verify your benefits before your visit.
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3,000+ Surgeries. One Referral Network.
Cases other surgeons turn down come to us. If we can't solve your problem, we know who can — and we'll refer you directly.
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Michigan's Most-Watched Foot Doctor
943,000 YouTube subscribers trust Dr. Tom's explanations. You'll understand your condition — and your options — before you leave the office.
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Digital X-Rays & Ultrasound In-Office
No waiting for outside imaging. We diagnose on the spot and give you a treatment plan the same day. X-rays included in your new patient visit.
No Referral Needed
Lapiplasty® Certified — Michigan's Leader
Advanced 3D bunion correction with faster recovery. Most patients return to walking within a week. Fewer relapses than traditional surgery.
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Same-week availability at both Howell and Bloomfield Hills offices. We confirm within 1 business hour.
Prefer to call? (810) 206-1402 · Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
Three Board-Certified Surgeons. One Practice.
Each doctor brings a distinct surgical specialty. Together they handle every foot and ankle condition Michigan patients face — including cases other practices turn away.
Dr. Tom Biernacki
Dr. Carl Jay
Dr. Daria Gutkin
We Accept Your Insurance — Most Patients Pay $0
We're in-network with Michigan's top commercial plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and most Medicare Advantage plans. Our team verifies your benefits before your first visit — no surprises.
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Affiliated with Michigan's Top Hospitals & Health Systems
Our surgeons hold privileges at leading Michigan hospitals — so when you need surgical care, you're in the best hands in the region.
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Real Stories. Real Relief.
“Dr. Tom explained my plantar fasciitis so clearly — better than any doctor I've seen in 10 years. Same-week appointment, no wait, no rush. This is what medical care should feel like.”
“Dr. Jay performed my Lapiplasty® and I was back on my feet in weeks. He took a case two other surgeons turned down. The precision and care were extraordinary.”
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“Dr. Gutkin is the most gentle and thorough doctor I've seen. I'm anxious about medical visits and she made me feel completely at ease. I finally understand what's wrong with my foot.”
Every Foot & Ankle Condition Under One Roof
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Serving Southeast & Mid-Michigan
4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
(810) 206-1402
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Twp, MI 48302
(810) 206-1402
Stop Living with Foot Pain.
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Join 1,123+ Michigan patients who chose Michigan's highest-rated podiatry team. No referral needed. Insurance verified before your visit. Same-week guaranteed.