CUSTOM PHYSICAL THERAPY & FITNESS - Key Persons


Alex Brooket

Originally from Michigan, he ended up in Charlotte by way of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C. and Chicago. Alex has achieved success in the treatment of vestibular dysfunction, post op and balance issues working in both outpatient and home health settings.

Ashley Bostick

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Ashley graduated from East Carolina University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. She enjoys keeping the busy office running smoothly, interacting with patients and seeing them get better through quality physical therapy treatment. Ashley is married with three children that keep her entertained and busy. In her spare time, she likes to sew clothing, shop and travel to new places. A fun fact about Ashley - she is a middle school volleyball coach.

Bennett Hixson

Originally from Greensboro, Bennett is a former collegiate athlete that graduated from physical therapy school at Campbell University. He loves problem-solving and getting his patients out of pain. His goal is to teach each person how to take care of their bodies so they can enjoy their favorite activities at any age. Bennett is passionate about baseball and as a pitcher, he was a career ERA (Earned Run Average) leader and a Coastal Plain League all-star. He and his wife have two children and enjoy family time exploring Charlotte for new foods, parks and special events. You might also find him in the gym weight-lifting.

Dr. Katie Miller

Dr. Katie Miller grew up in her father's physical therapy practice, which offered an insider's view of the patient experience and helped form her "patient first" philosophy. Dr. Miller earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at St. Ambrose University in 2006. In 2009 she became a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist by the American Physical Therapy Association. Dr. Miller specializes in manual therapy for the treatment of a variety of orthopedic conditions, including spinal disorders. In addition, she enjoys advanced training in sports performance, the Mulligan and Maitland concepts, dry needling, advanced taping techniques, as well as differential diagnosis. When Dr. Miller isn't working, she likes spending time with her husband and their two children enjoying sports and outdoor recreation.

Julian Rauch

Job Titles:
  • Business Partner
  • Business Partner With Dr. Katie Miller of Custom Physical Therapy
In addition to serving as CEO of Edgeway Pharmacy, Julian Rauch is a business partner with Dr. Katie Miller of Custom Physical Therapy and Fitness. He is a proud Carolinian who was a student athlete at both East Carolina University and Appalachian State University. His Hall of Fame career is most known for his game winning field goal against Michigan in 2007 that sealed the win for the biggest upset in college football history. As a former collegiate and professional athlete, Julian has experienced the life-changing difference of Dr. Miller's physical therapy plans firsthand. She made such a difference in his life that he decided to become her business partner so that she could start Custom Physical Therapy and Fitness and help more people enjoy the benefits of her skills.

Nate Tometich

With clinical expertise ranging from outpatient orthopedic conditions to various neurological conditions, including time in acute care, his passion is providing patients with high-quality care.