Dr. Frix is a north Georgia native, growing up in Calhoun and attending Calhoun High School. After high school, he attended the University of Georgia and played football for the Bulldogs from 1979 to 1982 during which time his team won a National Championship in 1980. He graduated the University Of Georgia with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Pharmacy. He went on to attend medical school and his orthopedic residency at the Medical College of Georgia. With his background in athletics and orthopedic surgery, he decided to further specialize by completing a one year fellowship in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine. During that year, he worked with several college athletic programs and the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League, gaining invaluable experience managing the orthopedic conditions of high level athletes.