Meet Dr. Rivkin
Alexander Zinovy Rivkin M.D. is an international authority on non-surgical cosmetic procedures and a widely recognized expert on non surgical rhinoplasty. As a leader and innovator in his field, Dr. Rivkin has appeared in local and national media, lectured at international scientific conferences, educated other physicians, conducted clinical research and provides high quality patient care.
Having received his BA degree from Columbia University, Dr. Rivkin continued to study & graduated from the prestigious Yale University School of Medicine. He then did his post graduate training in Otalarynology/ Head and Neck Surgery at the University of California, San Diego and the University of Texas Houston Medical Center.
Dr. Rivkin realized more than a decade ago that patients do not like the idea of ‘going under the knife’ and he has become a leader in the development of non-surgical cosmetic treatments that can replace traditional, surgical procedures. He has opened his own practice, Westside Aesthetics, in Los Angeles in 2002, and became the first physician to offer patients the ‘Non Surgical Nose Job.’
Innovating Non Surgical Cosmetic Surgery in Los Angeles
Dr. Rivkin has a strong belief and understanding in the power of modern medical technology and he dedicates his career to tailor innovative treatments as alternatives to invasive, painful surgery which often requires extensive recovery periods. The result of this dedication is a range of painless and affordable cosmetic techniques that patients can utilize without the negative feelings some of them associate with surgery.
Following the invention of his revolutionary techniques, Dr. Rivkin has been featured throughout both the national and international media on shows such as the TODAY show, The Doctors Show and the Tyra Banks Show. His innovative techniques have become well renowned non-surgical alternatives to commonly performed cosmetic procedures. He has also been featured in publications like the New York Times, ELLE and BAZAAR.
Top 1% Botox Provider in the World
After several years of being an Allergan Clinical Educator, Dr. Rivkin was recently honored with Black Diamond level status: recognition that he is amongst the top 1% of Botox providers in the world.
Dr. Rivkin’s long term vision is to change the way aesthetic medicine is practiced today. He wants to see non invasive cosmetic options excel in the field, and become available to all patients, everywhere. Subsequently, spends much of his time educating other physicians both in the office and at seminars and meetings around the world about the potential of non-invasive cosmetic techniques.
A Leader in the Field of Non Surgical Procedures
As a leader in the field, Dr. Rivkin is a prominent member of the national teaching facilities for Allergan, Contura, Medicis and Bioform. He is also a member of the physician advisory board for Contura. However, helping the community is also a passion for Dr. Rivkin. He is honored to serve on the boards of a number of charities including the Lynne Cohen Foundation for Breast and Ovarian Cancer research.
Dr. Rivkin understands that availability and approachability are integral qualities in a doctor. Subsequently, patients of Dr. Rivkin’s can expect intimate, personal care in order to make your experience as comfortable as possible. Patients can contact Dr. Rivkin anytime with any concerns, and can expect a personal response to most e-mail inquiries for advice. Discuss your non-surgical options with Dr. Rivkin today, free of charge.
