Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Frances A. Collichio

Oncology
UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab
101 Manning Dr, 
Chapel Hill, NC 
Clinical Trials:Currently Recruiting for 1 Trial
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
15
conditions
UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab
101 Manning Dr, 
Chapel Hill, NC 

Overview

Frances Collichio is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Dr. Collichio is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Oligodendroglioma.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials. Dr. Collichio is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NC

Hospital Affiliations

Johnston Health
Rex Hospital
Unc Hospitals

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Anthem BCBS
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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Humana
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Locations

UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab
101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Collichio has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Metastatic Uveal Melanoma

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

6 Clinical Trials

Phase II Trial of SMO/ AKT/ NF2/CDK Inhibitors in Progressive Meningiomas With SMO/ AKT/ NF2/CDK Pathway Mutations
Phase II Trial of SMO/ AKT/ NF2/CDK Inhibitors in Progressive Meningiomas With SMO/ AKT/ NF2/CDK Pathway Mutations
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: September 02, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Vismodegib, GSK2256098, Capivasertib, Abemaciclib
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase III Randomized Trial Comparing Physician/Patient Choice of Either High Dose Interferon or Ipilimumab to MK-3475 (Pembrolizumab) in Patients With High Risk Resected Melanoma
A Phase III Randomized Trial Comparing Physician/Patient Choice of Either High Dose Interferon or Ipilimumab to MK-3475 (Pembrolizumab) in Patients With High Risk Resected Melanoma
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 28, 2026
Intervention Type: Other, Procedure, Biological
Study Drugs: Ipilimumab, Pembrolizumab, Recombinant Interferon Alfa-2b
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase II Study of Talimogene Laherparepvec Followed by Talimogene Laherparepvec + Nivolumab in Refractory T Cell and NK Cell Lymphomas, Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, and Other Rare Skin Tumors
A Phase II Study of Talimogene Laherparepvec Followed by Talimogene Laherparepvec + Nivolumab in Refractory T Cell and NK Cell Lymphomas, Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, and Other Rare Skin Tumors
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 13, 2026
Intervention Type: Biological, Procedure, Other
Study Drugs: Nivolumab, Talimogene Laherparevec
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase II Randomized Trial Comparing the Efficacy of Heat Shock Protein-Peptide Complex-96 (HSPPC-96) (NSC #725085, ALLIANCE IND # 15380) Vaccine Given With Bevacizumab Versus Bevacizumab Alone in the Treatment of Surgically Resectable Recurrent Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM)
A Phase II Randomized Trial Comparing the Efficacy of Heat Shock Protein-Peptide Complex-96 (HSPPC-96) (NSC #725085, ALLIANCE IND # 15380) Vaccine Given With Bevacizumab Versus Bevacizumab Alone in the Treatment of Surgically Resectable Recurrent Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: January 24, 2025
Intervention Type: Biological, Drug
Study Drugs: HSPPC-96, Bevacizumab
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase II Randomized Study of Nivolumab (NSC-748726) With Ipilimumab (NSC-732442) or Ipilimumab Alone in Advanced Melanoma Patients Refractory to an Anti-PD1 or Anti-PD-L1 Agent
A Phase II Randomized Study of Nivolumab (NSC-748726) With Ipilimumab (NSC-732442) or Ipilimumab Alone in Advanced Melanoma Patients Refractory to an Anti-PD1 or Anti-PD-L1 Agent
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 13, 2025
Intervention Type: Biological
Study Drugs: Ipilimumab, Nivolumab
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 3, Randomized, Controlled, Double-Arm, Open-Label, Multi-center Study of VB-111 Combined With Bevacizumab vs. Bevacizumab Monotherapy in Patients With Recurrent Glioblastoma
A Phase 3, Randomized, Controlled, Double-Arm, Open-Label, Multi-center Study of VB-111 Combined With Bevacizumab vs. Bevacizumab Monotherapy in Patients With Recurrent Glioblastoma
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 23, 2018
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
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62 Total Publications

ASO Visual Abstract: Implementing Paradigm-Shifting Clinical Trials: Real-World Outcomes of Neoadjuvant Versus Adjuvant Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors in Advanced Melanoma Patients.
ASO Visual Abstract: Implementing Paradigm-Shifting Clinical Trials: Real-World Outcomes of Neoadjuvant Versus Adjuvant Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors in Advanced Melanoma Patients.
Journal: Annals of surgical oncology
Published: July 03, 2026
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Is Dr. Frances A. Collichio a top-rated expert for Melanoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Frances A. Collichio is classified as an Elite expert for Melanoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Frances A. Collichio specialize in?

While Dr. Frances A. Collichio is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Melanoma, Astrocytoma, and Glioblastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.

Does Dr. Frances A. Collichio participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Frances A. Collichio has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. Frances A. Collichio's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Frances A. Collichio accept my insurance?

Dr. Frances A. Collichio accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-966-4996 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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