Alice Frigerio,
MD, PhD
Languages Spoken: English, French, Italian
Alice Frigerio, MD, PhD has completed residencies in both Maxillo-Facial Surgery in Europe, Dermatology in the US, followed by a Mohs mocrographic surgery fellowship. She also holds a PhD in Neurosicence/Biomedical Devices that she completed between the University of Milano and Harvard Medical School. She came to the University of Utah from Harvard, where she was a Research Instructor, with a focus in vascular anomalies and R&D of biomedical devices for the treatment of facial paralysis. Dr. Frigerio is particularly interested in vascular anomalies, high-risk skin cancer patients, and dermatologic surgery. Her main research focus is the genetic etiologies of vascular anomalies and possible relationship with melanoma.
Clinical Locations
801-213-3200
Dermatology
801-581-2955
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Dermatology
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Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.9/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.9/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.7/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
May 05, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Love my doctor, she's the best
UofU Patient
April 29, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Doctors truly thorough and striving to do the best for me
UofU Patient
April 24, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
The doctor was very good, as usual, and Nick was exceptional with me.
UofU Patient
April 19, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Frigerio has been veryinvolved in my treatment and follow up. She has gone the extra mile to find alternative treatments that are available in case of a recurrence.
UofU Patient
April 19, 2022
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Alice Frigerio is the best doctor. She is incredibly knowledgeable and caring. Very good physician. Highly recommend her.
UofU Patient
April 12, 2022
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Doctor was extremely nice and easy to talk to. All staff in clinic from the front desk check in to the medical assistants were very friendly and approachable.
UofU Patient
April 11, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Figerio was excellent
UofU Patient
April 10, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Frigerio explained the procedure In detail in a way I could understand, drawing a picture for me so I could see as well as hear her explain It all. She was very kind and solicitous of my welfare. She was funny and reassuring. She was one of the best surgeons I have had in her bedside manner and expertise. She Is amazing.
UofU Patient
April 08, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Both the Doctor and the assistant were very personable and a delight to work with.
UofU Patient
March 28, 2022
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Excellent experience
UofU Patient
March 27, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
I had a wonderful experience,. Companionate, caring, and personable.
UofU Patient
March 25, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Frigerio did a great job. So far I am very comfortable with returning to her for further care. So thankful that she is there and so skilled.
UofU Patient
March 20, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Super Service!
UofU Patient
March 19, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I was able to converse with the doctor prior to the procedure and express my wants and concerns. She explained her methodology for the procedure. She was very informative and efficient in performing the procedure.
UofU Patient
March 17, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Frigerio and nurse Leah worked so well together-I felt very comfortable
UofU Patient
March 05, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
All of my questions and concerns were addressed without issues.
UofU Patient
March 05, 2022
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
She is an excellent doctor. We are so thankful to finally have a doctor who knows how to help us and truly cares.
UofU Patient
March 05, 2022
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Loved it here
UofU Patient
February 24, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Frigerio was excellent! She was very friendly and explained what to expect. She was detailed in her explanations to my questions.
UofU Patient
February 20, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Absolutely the best care I've experienced anywhere
UofU Patient
February 18, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very pleased with my visit.
UofU Patient
February 16, 2022
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
The PA at my Primary Care office just threw a prescription at me, told me to wait a week and call a dermatologist. I wish I would've first came here cause they actually took steps to help me.
UofU Patient
February 14, 2022
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
She was by far the kindest doctor I have come in contact with. She was sincere and personable and helped my daughter feel at ease. I did give a 1 in the discussion of risks, because the result of the treatment was nothing like I imagined it would have been or expected it to be. I was given the idea that it would be easy and painless and it was the opposite of that.
UofU Patient
February 05, 2022
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Frigerio did a great job and communicated well with me.
UofU Patient
January 15, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Frigerio is excellent.
UofU Patient
January 06, 2022
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
December 29, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Absolutely, a talented, kind, and extremely competent physician. Also, fun.
UofU Patient
December 29, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr Frigerio is very good at communicating with the patient.
UofU Patient
December 28, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
U of U doctors are the best.
UofU Patient
December 23, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Frigerio was great. Good care, explained well.
UofU Patient
December 19, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Lot of kindness
UofU Patient
December 09, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Personable, prompt, professional, and thorough
UofU Patient
December 08, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
The doctor was really good to explain my problem and all the possible solutions
UofU Patient
December 06, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Frigerio is amazing. She discussed all options with us and reviewed possible outcomes patiently and clearly. The surgical procedure went perfectly and we are very pleased with the results.
UofU Patient
December 02, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Excellent experience!
UofU Patient
November 26, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very clearly answered all of my questions.
UofU Patient
November 13, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Frigerio was excellent!
UofU Patient
November 11, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
She is delightful and very skilled.
UofU Patient
November 05, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Frigerio was very efficient.
UofU Patient
November 02, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Excellent information and performed procedures.
UofU Patient
October 29, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Great
UofU Patient
October 25, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Very thorough and great information about condition
UofU Patient
October 15, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Great job
UofU Patient
October 15, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I was told how to care for the procedures; and that I would be informed about the biopsies when they had the information on those.
UofU Patient
October 11, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Simply Fabulous!!!!
UofU Patient
October 08, 2021
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Frigerio was terrific. She was calm, friendly, confident and skilled. I'm delighted she did my MOH's surgery.
UofU Patient
October 08, 2021
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER
Dr was fantastic. Very caring and professional
UofU Patient
April 10, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Frigerio was knowledgeable and caring. I felt like she had my best interest in mind. I saw her for laser treatment and has an excellent result.
UofU Patient
March 29, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr Frigerio is awesome.
UofU Patient
March 23, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Very good............
Alice Frigerio, MD, PhD has completed residencies in both Maxillo-Facial Surgery in Europe, Dermatology in the US, followed by a Mohs mocrographic surgery fellowship. She also holds a PhD in Neurosicence/Biomedical Devices that she completed between the University of Milano and Harvard Medical School. She came to the University of Utah from Harvard, where she was a Research Instructor, with a focus in vascular anomalies and R&D of biomedical devices for the treatment of facial paralysis. Dr. Frigerio is particularly interested in vascular anomalies, high-risk skin cancer patients, and dermatologic surgery. Her main research focus is the genetic etiologies of vascular anomalies and possible relationship with melanoma.
Academic Locations
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Dermatology
-
Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Board Certification | American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates |
Education History
| Fellowship | University of Utah Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Clinical Fellow, 2021 |
| Residency | University of Utah School of Medicine Dermatology Resident, 2019 |
| Internship | University of Utah School of Medicine Pediatrics Intern, 2016 |
| Postdoctoral Fellowship | Harvard Medical School Laser and Reconstructive Surgery Postdoctoral Senior Research Fellow, 2014 |
| Doctoral Training | Harvard Medical School Biomedical Devices Visiting PhD Candidate, 2013 |
| Post Graduate Training | University of Milan Physiology Ph.D., 2013 |
| Residency | University of Milan International Medical School Maxillo-Facial Surgery Resident, 2009 |
| Professional Medical | University of Milan International Medical School Medicine M.D., 2004 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Conic RRZ, Damiani G, Frigerio A, Tsai S, Bragazzi NL, Chu TW, Mesinkovska NA, Koyfman SA, Joshi NP, Budd GT, Vidimos A, Gastman BR (2019). Incidence and outcomes of cutaneous angiosarcoma: A SEER population-based study. J Am Acad Dermatol, 83(3), 809-816.
- Flores Daboub JA, Grimmer JF, Frigerio A, Wooderchak-Donahue W, Arnold R, Szymanski J, Longo N, Bayrak-Toydemir P (2020). Parkes Weber syndrome associated with two somatic pathogenic variants in RASA1. Cold Spring Harb Mol Case Stud, 6(4).
- Frigerio A, Florell SR, Johnson L (2019). Midline Anterior Neck Inclusion Cyst. J Pediatr, 211, 220.
- Topham C, Haynes D, Frigerio A, Hull C (2019). Linear amyopathic dermatomyositis with calcinosis cutis responsive to topical sodium thiosulfate. Pediatr Dermatol, 36(4), e102-e103.
- Varedi D, Frigerio A, Scaife C, Hull C (2019). A novel case of TIF1 gamma autoantibody positive dermatomyositis associated with a non-functional pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor. Dermatol Online J, 25(3).
- Frigerio A, Tan OT (2015). Laser applications for benign oral lesions. Lasers Surg Med, 47(8), 643-50.
- Frigerio A, Heaton JT, Cavallari P, Knox C, Hohman MH, Hadlock TA (2015). Electrical Stimulation of Eye Blink in Individuals with Acute Facial Palsy: Progress toward a Bionic Blink. Plast Reconstr Surg, 136(4), 515e-23e.
- Frigerio A, Wright K, Wooderchak-Donahue W, Tan OT, Margraf R, Stevenson DA, Grimmer JF, Bayrak-Toydemir P (2015). Genetic Variants Associated with Port-Wine Stains. PLoS One, 10(7), e0133158.
- Sforza C, Frigerio A, Mapelli A, Tarabbia F, Annoni I, Colombo V, Latiff M, Pimenta Ferreira CL, Rabbiosi D, Sidequersky FV, Zago M, Biglioli F (2015). Double-powered free gracilis muscle transfer for smile reanimation: A longitudinal optoelectronic study. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg, 68(7), 930-9.
- Colletti G, Colombo V, Mattassi R, Frigerio A (2014). Strangling technique to treat large cervicofacial venous malformations: a preliminary report. Head Neck, 36(10), E94-8.
- Frigerio A, Cavallari P, Frigeni M, Pedrocchi A, Sarasola A, Ferrante S (2014). Surface electromyographic mapping of the orbicularis oculi muscle for real-time blink detection. JAMA Facial Plast Surg, 16(5), 335-42.
- Colletti G, Frigerio A, Giovanditto F, Biglioli F, Chiapasco M, Grimmer JF (2014). Surgical treatment of vascular malformations of the facial bones. J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 72(7), 1326.e1-18.
- Frigerio A, Hadlock TA, Murray EH, Heaton JT (2014). Infrared-based blink-detecting glasses for facial pacing: toward a bionic blink. JAMA Facial Plast Surg, 16(3), 211-8.
- Hohman MH, Kim SW, Heller ES, Frigerio A, Heaton JT, Hadlock TA (2013). Determining the threshold for asymmetry detection in facial expressions. Laryngoscope, 124(4), 860-5.
- Frigerio A, Bhama PK, Tan OT (2013). Quantitative three-dimensional assessment of port-wine stain clearance after laser treatments. Lasers Surg Med, 46(3), 180-5.
- Biglioli F, Colombo V, Pedrazzoli M, Frigerio A, Tarabbia F, Autelitano L, Rabbiosi D (2013). Thoracodorsal nerve graft for reconstruction of facial nerve branching. J Craniomaxillofac Surg, 42(1), e8-14.
- Biglioli F, Pedrazzoli M, Rabbiosi D, Colletti G, Colombo V, Frigerio A, Autelitano L (2012). Reconstruction of complex defects of the parotid region using a lateral thoracic wall donor site. J Craniomaxillofac Surg, 41(3), 265-9.
- Marcelli E, Cavallari P, Frigerio A, Colletti G, Biglioli F, Fanti R, Plicchi G, Cercenelli L (2013). A new gyro-based method for quantifying eyelid motion. Int J Artif Organs, 36(3), 195-202.
- Frigerio A, Brenna S, Cavallari P (2012). Surface electromyography recording of spontaneous eyeblinks: applications in neuroprosthetics. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 148(2), 209-14.
- Frigerio A, Stevenson DA, Grimmer JF (2012). The genetics of vascular anomalies. Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 20(6), 527-32.
- Biglioli F, Colombo V, Tarabbia F, Autelitano L, Rabbiosi D, Colletti G, Giovanditto F, Battista V, Frigerio A (2012). Recovery of emotional smiling function in free-flap facial reanimation. J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 70(10), 2413-8.
- Biglioli F, Colombo V, Tarabbia F, Pedrazzoli M, Battista V, Giovanditto F, Dalla Toffola E, Lozza A, Frigerio A (2012). Double innervation in free-flap surgery for long-standing facial paralysis. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg, 65(10), 1343-9.
- Colletti G, Autelitano L, Rabbiosi D, Tewfik K, Frigerio A, Biglioli F (2012). Parosteal osteoma arising in an iliac bone graft used for mandibular reconstruction. J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 70(8), e477-80.
- Sforza C, Frigerio A, Mapelli A, Mandelli F, Sidequersky FV, Colombo V, Ferrario VF, Biglioli F (2011). Facial movement before and after masseteric-facial nerves anastomosis: a three-dimensional optoelectronic pilot study. J Craniomaxillofac Surg, 40(5), 473-9.
- Biglioli F, Colombo V, Rabbiosi D, Colletti G, Frigerio A (2012). Facial nerve reconstruction using a thoracodorsal nerve graft after radical parotidectomy. Plast Reconstr Surg, 129(5), 852e-3e.
- Biglioli F, Frigerio A, Colombo V, Colletti G, Rabbiosi D, Mortini P, Dalla Toffola E, Lozza A, Brusati R (2011). Masseteric-facial nerve anastomosis for early facial reanimation. J Craniomaxillofac Surg, 40(2), 149-55.
- Frigerio A, Cavallari P (2011). A closed-loop stimulation system supplemented with motoneurone dynamic sensitivity replicates natural eye blinks. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 146(2), 230-3.
- Biglioli F, Frigerio A, Autelitano L, Colletti G, Rabbiosi D, Brusati R (2010). Deep-planes lift associated with free flap surgery for facial reanimation. J Craniomaxillofac Surg, 39(7), 475-81.
- Biglioli F, Frigerio A, Rabbiosi D, Brusati R (2009). Single-stage facial reanimation in the surgical treatment of unilateral established facial paralysis. Plast Reconstr Surg, 124(1), 124-33.
- Goisis M, Biglioli F, Guareschi M, Frigerio A, Mortini P (2006). Fibrous dysplasia of the orbital region: current clinical perspectives in ophthalmology and cranio-maxillofacial surgery. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg, 22(5), 383-7.
Case Report
- Frigerio A, Bleicher J, Pierce J, Reems JA, Vanderhooft SL, Lewis G (2019). Amnion membrane allografts in a critically ill infant with Netherton syndrome-like phenotype. JAAD Case Rep, 5(5), 395-397.
- Frigerio A, Toptan T, Chang Y, Abbott J, Cipriano SD, Bowen AR (2019). Widespread keratosis pilaris-like eruption in an immunocompromised child. JAAD Case Rep, 5(4), 352-354.
- Hopkins Z, Frigerio A, Clarke JT (2018). Acute localized exanthematous pustulosis (ALEP) caused by lamotrigine. JAAD Case Rep, 4(7), 645-647.