Alexander Rivkin, M.D. - Westside Aesthetics

(424) 354-4097

11645 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025 34.061401 -118.447465

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Neighborhoods: Westwood, West LA

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Hours:

Daily 10am-7pm

Last updated 6.08.11

Category:

Day Spas, Medical Spas, Cosmetologists, Doctors

Payment Methods:

Visa, MasterCard

Medical Services:

Mesotherapy

What People Are Saying About Alexander Rivkin, M.D. - Westside Aesthetics

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Anti-aging and cosmetic spa treatments include Botox, photofacials, peels and laser hair removal, plus non-surgical nose jobs, chin enhancement, more.

ambiance
71.4300012588501% positive
  1. made fun of ( called flat nose etccc) its hard on someone's self esteem,
  2. Perhaps the only drawback is the location of the clinic- traffic is almost always really bad so even though the procedure takes just a few minutes, you need to schedule in plenty of time to account for the traffic in the area?
  3. staff was nice, the ambiance of the place was very welcoming.
  4. The staff in the office was very helpful, and the Doctor made me feel very comfortable.
  5. It was like going to a trusted friend's home: the atmosphere is comfortable and you know they are not going to let you do anything you will regret or doesn't suit you.
  6. The facility is beautiful, and in a great location.
  7. Great, friendly atmosphere
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. They also have many different product l ines of skin care available which was nice to have options to choose from.
overall
75.0% positive
  1. really nice place
  2. staff was nice, the ambiance of the place was very welcoming.
  3. Westside Aesthetics is not a good place, waste of money
  4. This is a great place!
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. will not go back nor will I recommend this place based on the inappropriate behavior of the receptionists.
  2. would go back in a heartbeat and would not hesitate to recommend this place to anyone who is interested in cosmetic procedures.
service
91.87000274658203% positive
  1. horrible staff
  2. His office is tranquil and his staff is incredibly friendly.
  3. The staff is friendly, efficient and wonderful.
  4. Good service for great results
  5. had originally intended to see a shi-shi dermatologist in Beverly Hills, but the office staff was so rude when I went for the consult, and the doctor was so plastic and unfeeling, that I just didn't get the right vibe (even though I'd heard that he was
  6. My results are outstanding and I highly recommend this service for acne scars.
  7. His staff was incredible, the procedure painless and the results incredible!
  8. Dr. Rivkin does not do the laser but his staff is great too.
  9. All I have to say is that I love Dr. Rivkin and the staff at Westside Aesthetics (and I generally HATE doctors and anything else that reminds me of hospitals).
  10. Great, friendly atmosphere
  11. It was impressive; the staff there are experienced, REAL people who are also beautiful, but not in that entitled, "I'm better than you" way.
  12. Dr Rivkin's office staff can also help you with selecting the best products to use at home (I use the IS-Clinical cleanser and Active Serum, which they exclusively sell).
  13. Also, their prices for all their procedures are very reasonable compared with what similar medical spas charge, and the staff is very helpful in terms of making sure that you receive all the discounts and manufacturer rebates you are eligible for.
  14. am not a hairy person, and from what I was told it seemed that even the hairy people should be nice and smooth by treatment number eight.
  15. They have competitive prices, and the entire staff was amazing.
  16. Outstanding service and great results.
  17. the service is great, the people are really nice.
  18. would highly recommend this place and I thank Dr. Rivkin and his staff for taking such good care of me time and time again.
  19. Very friendly and helpful staff.
  20. Everytime I go, the staff are very friendly, knowledgable and quite accommodating.
  21. The staff is soo helpful and positive and they are always smiling.
  22. The front desk staff was horrible and rude.
  23. had the Active Fx laser service for my acne scars and it was the best experience!
  24. The staff was friendly.
  25. The staff are extremely knowledgeable, professional and friendly.
  26. Quite the bargain for nice people who do a great job making you look and feel better about yourself.
  27. The staff is totally professional and they could not be any nicer.
  28. really do feel, though, like the office staff is exceptionally nice.
  29. The staff is very friendly and Dr. Rivkin i.
  30. First off I have to say that their office staff is really great and relaxed and I didn't feel pressured to have an un-needed or pricey procedure done.
  31. staff was nice, the ambiance of the place was very welcoming.
  32. The spa was clean and the employees friendly.
  33. went to see Dr. Rivkin and his wonderful staff today for Botox, Juvederm and laser hair removal of my legs and bikini.
  34. The staff in the office was very helpful, and the Doctor made me feel very comfortable.
  35. If you are looking for a professional staff that is friendly and competent, this is the place to go.
  36. The staff is friendly, professional, and.
  37. experienced, professional staff, great doctor, great results
  38. everyone was really nice and Dr. Rivkin was really attentive.
  39. The staff were incredibly helpful, and friendly.
  40. The injections were absolutely pain free and done in a friendly and careful manner.
  41. The front desk staff was very nice and welcoming.
value
81.82000160217285% positive
  1. Their prices are affordable and Westside Medical Spa is always on the cutting edge of the latest treatments and services.
  2. Westside Aesthetics is not a good place, waste of money
  3. The prices are also good.
  4. Dr. Rivkin basically took less than two minutes to look at my face and suggested that I have one of the most expensive procedures the spa offers.
  5. First off I have to say that their office staff is really great and relaxed and I didn't feel pressured to have an un-needed or pricey procedure done.
  6. Fabulous results, great prices
  7. They have competitive prices, and the entire staff was amazing.
  8. The prices are reasonable and affordable, and they know what they are doing!
  9. This is the place to go if you want top quality work at very reasonable prices.
  10. Their website westsidemedicalspa dot com is clean and informative and lists the prices as well as the differences between the surgical and nosurgical treatments.
  11. Also, their prices for all their procedures are very reasonable compared with what similar medical spas charge, and the staff is very helpful in terms of making sure that you receive all the discounts and manufacturer rebates you are eligible for.
wait time
33.3299994468689% positive
  1. Perhaps the only drawback is the location of the clinic- traffic is almost always really bad so even though the procedure takes just a few minutes, you need to schedule in plenty of time to account for the traffic in the area?
  2. Dr. Rivkin basically took less than two minutes to look at my face and suggested that I have one of the most expensive procedures the spa offers.
  3. am delighted, not for the comments but that 'I' myself can actually see a big difference after Dr. Rivken has taken a few minutes with me (and results starting to show within just a few days..)
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/24/12

Wow!! Not cheap, but really really amazing

by lagirl2

I must say that if you want to do something that can be done anywhere you might as well go elsewhere. For example Fraxel, Thermage, Velashape are all procedures which you can get cheaper somewhere else.

But when it comes to your face and things like botox and fillers, Dr. Rivkin is a true artist. I said I wanted a subtle lip augmentation, and I got a cupids bow with upturned corners. Unbelievably good. I was stunned as I have had a frown all my life (not because I want to, it is just the shape of my mouth). What a difference! It wasn't inexpensive, but it is a total transformation. So if it is your face you want done, then get the best. Not sure how I will afford it, but who cares with these kind of results. So save your pennies because once you see the results you won't want to let anyone else do your face.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/11/12

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5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/19/11

Dr.Rivkin is excellent

by PQR2345

Very intelligent and professional doctor with the best skills in injection. He is very nice, knows what he's talking about, does exactly what he claims (unlike many others who bluff). I'm very picky and he had a great attitude listening to what I wanted, and gave fabulous results. He has a superior eye for balance, he knows what looks good and does not overdo it. It's very rare to find someone who possesses both the vision and the skill at such a high level.

The staff are also very nice, especially the nurses. They are always sweet and helpful.

I did encounter a problem during one of my visits with a lady there (I believe she is one of the receptionists) who tried to charge more than what Dr.Rivkin quoted. I had to have Dr. Rivkin speak with her to clear it up. It's a drag having to argue about pricing, but Dr. Rivkin stood by his word and was very nice about the whole situation, though I could tell the woman was not happy. She definitely had an attitude, though she did her best to cover it up with fake smiles. Dr. Rivkin on the other hand was very relaxed and understanding; I saw in one of the previous reviews that a woman had a similar experience with a pricing discrepancy, I read Dr. Rivkin's response and have to say that he is right, he is scrupulous and does not mind using a little extra if that is what it takes to achieve the result. I do love Dr. Rivkin and his nurses, but that one visit when I had to deal with a drawn out argument with the receptionist about pricing was definitely not an experience on par with the quality of Dr. Rivkin's services.

Also his prices are very reasonable especially considering his level of expertise.

If his clinic offers any services you are interested in, you should definitely go in at least for a consultation. For injections you cannot do any better than him.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/18/11

Westside Aesthetics and Dr. Robert Cohen

by KristenDodd

My experiences with Dr. Cohen and the staff at Westside Aesthetics have been excellent! I have received treatment using botox, juvederm, and sculptra. While I have been to many different physicians for these procedures, I find that Dr. Cohen is by far the most skilled injector that I have been to. I have even been scheduling my appointments with him to coincide with my trips to California from Toronto. That's just how pleased I am with the results! I also find the staff to be very personable and professional. Very reasonable prices too. It can be difficult to find a doctor who listens carefully to your concerns and provides you with significant but natural looking results. That is why I am writing this review. It has been a journey for me, but I've finally found the perfect fit. Highly recommended.

1 Star Rating: Poor

08/26/10

After My Juvederm Treatment Visits

by Dakid

One of the doctor's assistants consulted with me. I told her that I wanted Juvederm to improve the dark circles under my eyes, decrease laugh lines, and decrease marionette lines. She said it would be 1 syringe worth,(1 cc). Then the doctor came in and I reiterated what I wanted. He told me that I would only need a little bit around my eyes and laugh lines, none around my mouth to reduce marionette lines. I know I didn't have a whole syringe worth yet I was still charged the full 1 cc price. I didn't think about it until afterwards because I thought I had paid in advance for up to the full 1 cc amount. I went in again the next week for a follow-up and needed a little more Juvederm and the doctor was going to charge me for 1/2 a syringe more. I told him that he didn't even use a full syringe and I was being charged the full amount so I should be charged twice. He agreed and didn't charge me again, but he didn't put much in my face anyway, stating that I didn't need much. It still wasn't a full syringe. It wasn't even 1/2 a syringe but I let it go and decided to eat the costs. I had to go to have some of the Juvederm disolved the next week because he had put a little too much under my eyes and he charged me $100 for that. He had told me there wouldn't be a charge but his assistant told me that was wrong and charged me. I didn't want to make a big deal so I just paid it. I did over-pay but I like the work he did. If you don't mind feeling like you've been over-charged, go there. I will admit that I will probably not go there again for Juvederm because I don't like feeling like I'm being over-charged and feeling uncomfortable having to negotiate the over-charge with the doctor.

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