Our Team

Ben Percy PT, DPT

Ben earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Carroll University.

A lifelong interest in weight training and sports fueled Ben’s passion for exercise and rehabilitation. He enjoys treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions and is dedicated to creating individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s goals. Ben utilizes manual therapies and therapeutic exercises to achieve optimal functional outcomes. He believes in thorough patient education, empowering individuals to understand their conditions and collaborate in their plan of care. He strives to promote health and wellness in his patients, ensuring lasting results.

Born and raised in Madison, Ben loves helping the community he calls home. He currently resides on the East Side with his fiancée, Taylor, and their two cats. In his free time, Ben enjoys playing pickleball, camping, trying new restaurants in Madison, and golfing.

Alexa Ramirez PT, DPT

Alexa Ramirez earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Carroll University after completing her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Minnesota.

Born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin, Alexa developed a passion for physical therapy through her experiences playing soccer and swimming, where she experienced injuries that introduced her to the profession. She is a lifelong learner who is passionate about expanding her knowledge of the body’s ability to heal and adapt through movement. She enjoys treating a wide variety of orthopedic conditions and takes a holistic, patient-centered approach to care. She believes every individual has unique goals and values, and she works collaboratively with each patient to develop personalized treatment plans. Her treatment style combines hands-on manual therapy with individualized exercise programs to reduce pain, restore function, and help patients confidently return to the activities they enjoy.

Outside of the clinic, Alexa enjoys spending time with family and friends, baking, working on puzzles, and being outdoors whenever she can. You can often find her going for a walk, riding her bike, or simply relaxing outside with a good book.

Tracie Boehmlehner PT, DPT

Specialities: Dry Needling

Tracie Boehmlehner earned her undergraduate degree from Valley City State University, where she played collegiate basketball, before completing her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of North Dakota. She specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation and is certified in dry needling, helping patients reduce pain, restore function, and return to the activities they enjoy. Tracie is passionate about providing individualized, evidence-based care to patients of all activity levels.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time at the lake, being outdoors with her dog, and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings.

Maegyn Nurkiewicz PT, DPT

Maegyn earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from UW-Madison. Prior to this, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Strength and Conditioning from West Virginia University.

Maegyn enjoys treating a variety of orthopedic, pelvic health, and balance-related conditions, utilizing a combination of treatment approaches to restore and enhance function. She promotes self-empowerment of those she works with to instill confidence in lifelong mobility and activity.

When not at the clinic, Maegyn enjoys spending time with her fiancé, staying active through strength training, ballet, pickleball, hiking, and biking, doing photography, and camping.

Luke Guttormson PT, DPT

Luke earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Iowa after completing his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa.

As a high school and collegiate runner, he quickly understood the value of having an excellent PT available to him and decided to pursue physical therapy as a career to help others overcome their own personal challenges. He enjoys working with orthopedic conditions as well as athletic populations, especially endurance athletes. His treatment style utilizes hands on manual techniques in addition to task specific exercises to improve function and performance at any level.

Luke resides in Madison with his wife and in his free time enjoys being outside as much as he can, whether it’s cycling, running, hiking, or camping!

Max Kleinschmit DPT

Dr. Max Kleinschmit earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Iowa. Prior to that, he attended and earned his bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Health Sciences from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Lincoln, NE.

Dr. Kleinschmit first developed an appreciation for the profession that is physical therapy through athletics during high school. After seeing the relationships that could be built between a PT and their patients, he knew it was the career for him. He enjoys treating all types of orthopedic conditions and utilizes a hands on approach coupled with other therapeutic interventions to achieve optimal outcomes. He aims to create lasting impacts on patient health and quality of life by promoting growth in every person that walks through the door.

In his free time, Max enjoys golfing, attending a variety of sporting events with his fiancée, spending time outdoors and playing with his black lab, Louie!

Grant Luecke PT, DPT

Grant earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Carroll University in Waukesha, Wisconsin, where he also earned his Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration.

Grant grew his interest in becoming a Physical Therapist during his time as a competitive athlete where he had to overcome multiple injuries and learned the importance of the rehabilitation process. He enjoys treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions through patient centered evidence-based care. Grant enjoys administering care by using hands-on manual therapies with complimentary therapeutic exercises. Grant’s drive as a physical therapist is to help his patients return to the activities and lifestyle that they love.

Grant was born and raised in northern Illinois and currently resides in Verona where he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, hiking, fishing, golfing, playing pickleball, and playing basketball.

Jacob Miller PT, DPT, CSCS

Jacob received his Bachelor of Science from University of Wisconsin – La Crosse, where he also competed in cross country. During his time as a competitive athlete he experienced several injuries and while going through the rehab process, developed a deep interest in sports medicine and rehabilitation. Following his undergraduate studies, Jacob went on to study at St. Catherine University and graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Jacob additionally holds credentials as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Jacob enjoys treating orthopedic and neuromuscular injuries, as well as working with athletes who are returning to sport following injury. He has a special interest in knee, foot, and ankle injuries as well as shoulder pathologies. He emphasizes a patient-oriented, evidence-based approach with his treatment, prioritizing patient education in combination with manual therapy skills and therapeutic exercise. In his free time, Jacob enjoys running and hiking with his golden retriever, spending time with his family and friends, and playing spikeball or pickleball.

Rachel Wetter PT, DPT, OCS

Rachel received both her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) and BS in Exercise Physiology degrees from Marquette University. She is trained in trigger point dry needling and pelvic floor physical therapy and is an experienced mentor for newer physical therapists. Rachel believes that quality patient care includes treating patients as a whole instead of a body part, with the goals of the patient being the guide for treatment. Outside of the clinic, she likes to hike, travel, and spend time with her husband and their dog.

Julie Lombardo PT, DPT, OCS, WCS

Julie is the CEO of Capitol Physical Therapy.

Capitol PT was born out of a desire to do things differently. Having practiced in another state, I knew things in Wisconsin could be done better, and that the people here deserved more. I opened the doors in 2004 as a one-(wo)man-show. Over the years, our staff and services have continued to grow and thrive.

The desire to grow our service areas came from different life experiences. Having grown up an athlete, orthopedics as the base was a no-brainer. A closeness to my grandparents and the opportunity to develop a major local seniors-based therapy department from the ground up were catalysts to building our seniors division. Having children spurred the expansion of our women’s health and pelvic health areas. Most recently, my personal experience with breast cancer was the source and meaning behind the growth of our oncology division. Life experiences, although not always easy, have shaped the way I lead others, expand our services areas, and make a difference in others’ lives. There’s a silver lining in everything if we’re open to seeing it.

A life-long learner, I have always pursued further education, including earning advanced board certifications in both orthopedics and women’s health and then achieving my Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. My two greatest accomplishments to date include being awarded Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association’s Private Practice of the Year in 2016, and one of InBusiness Magazine’s Women of Industry award recipients in 2017. Our team works extremely hard at serving others, and I am grateful for the opportunity to lead them.

Outside of work, I love water skiing, weight lifting, entertaining, and spending time with my husband, and two boys.

Meagan Barker PT, DPT

Meagan Barker, PT, DPT, earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Clarke University and her Bachelor’s in Athletic Training from the University of Northern Iowa. She has a strong background in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, with a special interest in treating low back, hip, and knee pain, as well as supporting pelvic health and postpartum patients through pelvic floor physical therapy.

Meagan uses a patient-centered approach that blends manual therapy, movement, strength training, education, and dry needling to support lasting results. She’s passionate about empowering patients to understand their bodies and take an active role in their recovery.

Outside the clinic, Meagan lives in Madison with her husband and their dog. She enjoys being active, playing sand volleyball, hiking and exploring Wisconsin with friends and family.

Cory Statler PT, DPT

Cory graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the New York Medical College School of Health Sciences and Practice in Valhalla, New York. He received the Outstanding Scholarship Award for his Doctoral Project while there.

In his undergraduate studies, Cory received a lot of Athletic Training education which helped establish a passion for sport-related injuries and recovery. He also loves working with any and all orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries, as well as postoperative recoveries. He focuses on education to give patients the best understanding of their condition and how manual therapy, mobility work, and strengthening will help them. His goal is to help people move better to live better and be pain-free.

Cory lives in Verona with his wife, Raegan, and their cat, Ruby. In his free time, he enjoys biking and weightlifting, reading mystery and suspense books, and learning new skills, such as how to golf. He also has a passion for music and has been teaching himself to play the guitar and the piano over the last several years.

Nicole Chladek PT, DPT

Nicole earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois. She is also a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology – Exercise and Movement Science and volunteered with the Adapted Fitness program.

Nicole loves working with patients with pelvic floor conditions and other orthopedic conditions. She strives to help patients be the best version of themselves with individualized treatment plans and by allowing patients to be an active participant in developing their plan of care. She is skilled in manual therapy, dry needling, and developing exercise programs that aim to increase strength, mobility, and functional independence. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association (WPTA) with a membership to the Pelvic Health section.

Nicole lives in Madison. When she’s not at work, she enjoys spending time with her siblings and their dogs, reading, antiquing, trying new restaurants, and going on walks.

Doug Butikofer PT, MSPT

Doug has worked in the field of sports medicine and rehabilitation for more than 25 years. He is a graduate of the University of Iowa’s Athletic Training Program and received his Physical Therapy degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, Missouri.

His true passion is rehabilitating individuals who lack the ability to perform life at its desired level. Doug takes a functional approach to his rehabilitation techniques and ensures each individual is equipped with the knowledge and tools to improve their function and quality of life.

Doug and his wife have two sons. He enjoys spending time with his family, trail running, and growing on their organic farm.

Kathleen Hartman PT, DPT

Kathleen Hartman earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from South College in Knoxville, TN. Prior to that, Kathleen obtained her Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire.

Kathleen is most interested in treating impaired balance and recovery from stroke with evidence-based interventions to tailor the rehabilitative experience to achieve patient-specific goals.

In her free time, Kathleen enjoys spending time with family and friends, gardening of all kinds, and horseback riding.

Garett Rogstad PT, DPT

I am a long-standing member of the Capitol PT team. Having started as a staff therapist, I am now the clinic director at our Mount Horeb location. My undergraduate degree is from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Northern Arizona University. I enjoy treating people across the age spectrum; young athlete to the older adult.

The majority of my work is treating orthopedic conditions, although I enjoy also treating neurological conditions including strokes and Parkinson’s and I am LSVT BIG Certified (specialized treatment for Parkinson’s disease). I use current technology, including 2-D running analysis, and other up-to-date techniques including Trigger Point Dry Needling and Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization.

Personally, my wife and I enjoy spending time with our two small children and our dog. I fill my limited free time with fishing and biking.