About
Dr. Catherine DiGiorgio is a board-certified dermatologist and Harvard fellowship-trained laser and cosmetic dermatology specialist based in Boston. She earned both a Master of Science in Human Genetics and a Doctor of Medicine from Tulane University School of Medicine. She then completed an internal medicine internship and a dermatology residency at Louisiana State University in New Orleans. Her training culminated in an intensive two-year fellowship in Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Wellman Center for Photomedicine.
During her fellowship, Dr. DiGiorgio trained under Dr. Rox Anderson, the inventor of fractional laser treatments and the Vbeam Laser. Dr. Jeffrey Klein, the inventor of tumescent liposuction, certified her in that procedure as well. She holds expertise across laser resurfacing, vascular treatments, tattoo removal, skin tightening, microneedling radiofrequency, neuromodulators, dermal fillers, thread lifts, Kybella, and chemical peels. She has authored peer-reviewed publications and textbook chapters, and she regularly speaks on cosmetic dermatology at national medical conferences. Dr. DiGiorgio is passionate about resident education and frequently teaches at Tulane University School of Medicine and LSU Health Sciences Center. She promotes a philosophy of prejuvenation, using procedures and skincare to prevent and slow the aging process. Newsweek named her one of America's Top Cosmetic Dermatologists, and Boston Magazine and Castle Connolly have consistently recognized her as a Top Doctor. Born and raised in New Orleans, she now practices in Boston's Back Bay.
Education & Training
Medical School
Tulane University School of Medicine (MS Human Genetics and MD)
Residency
Internal Medicine Internship and Dermatology Residency, Louisiana State University (LSU), New Orleans
Fellowship
Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology, Harvard Medical School / Massachusetts General Hospital / Wellman Center for Photomedicine (2 years)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. DiGiorgio right for?
Dr. DiGiorgio is a strong fit for adults seeking expert medical or cosmetic dermatology from a single physician. Patients dealing with acne, rosacea, eczema, skin cancer, or dysplastic nevi benefit from her thorough medical dermatology approach. Those interested in laser resurfacing, skin tightening, injectables, or body contouring find her fellowship-level procedural expertise particularly valuable. She appeals to patients who want conservative, natural-looking results and direct access to a board-certified dermatologist at every visit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. DiGiorgio treats a broad range of medical skin conditions. These include acne, eczema, rosacea, actinic keratoses, hyperhidrosis, melasma, dysplastic nevi, moles, warts, and skin cancers including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. She evaluates each condition personally and builds a customized treatment plan for every patient.
Dr. DiGiorgio performs an extensive range of cosmetic procedures. She offers laser resurfacing with the Fraxel Dual, Vbeam Perfecta, and UltraClear lasers. Her injectable services include Botox, Dysport, dermal fillers, Kybella, and thread lifts. She also performs Profound Microneedling RF, Sofwave skin tightening, PRP, chemical peels, laser hair removal, tattoo removal, and tumescent liposuction.
Yes, Dr. DiGiorgio holds board certification from the American Board of Dermatology. She completed her dermatology residency at Louisiana State University and then a two-year fellowship in Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Wellman Center for Photomedicine.
Dr. DiGiorgio trained under Dr. Rox Anderson at the Wellman Center for Photomedicine. Dr. Anderson invented fractional laser treatments and the Vbeam Laser. During her fellowship, she also worked with other pioneers in laser and energy-based devices, including technologies such as Fraxel, picosecond lasers, and laser tattoo removal.
Dr. Jeffrey Klein, the inventor of the tumescent liposuction technique, personally certified Dr. DiGiorgio to perform the procedure. She performs tumescent liposuction on all body areas as part of her cosmetic dermatology practice.
Dr. DiGiorgio takes a conservative, detail-oriented approach to aesthetics. She focuses on enhancing natural beauty and helping patients look more rested and refreshed. She avoids overcorrection and prioritizes results that look natural. She also promotes prejuvenation, using treatments and skincare proactively to slow the aging process.
Dr. DiGiorgio personally performs every consultation and treatment at CMD Dermatology. The practice does not use non-physician or mid-level providers. Every patient receives direct care from a board-certified dermatologist at every visit.
Yes, Dr. DiGiorgio has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and textbook chapters. She regularly receives invitations to speak on cosmetic dermatology at national medical conferences. She is also passionate about resident education and frequently teaches at Tulane University School of Medicine and LSU Health Sciences Center.
Doctor profile last updated August 17, 2026