Meet The Injector

Since founding Westside Aesthetics in Los Angeles, Dr. Alexander Rivkin has earned a reputation as a pioneer in non-surgical aesthetics. Originally trained in ENT, he was drawn to the possibilities of injectables early in his career and has since become a leading authority on advanced non-surgical procedures. Patients know him best for his signature treatment, the non-surgical rhinoplasty, which has become a trusted alternative for reshaping or even correcting surgical results without another op

Julie’s path to aesthetics began after a move to Georgia and a shift from regenerative medicine. She quickly fell in love with the field, drawn to the blend of science, artistry, and patient connection. Her approach centers on natural-looking results and comprehensive treatment plans that keep patients coming back. After starting as an injector at another med spa, Julie teamed up with her best friend, Dr. Amy Hubert, to bring a garage-based setup to life. Julie pitched the idea to turn it into a

Amanda Rose always wanted to be a nurse—drawn to meaningful, hands-on work from a young age. After starting in pediatrics, she shifted to aesthetics during COVID, wanting to help people feel better about themselves. At Allenby Cosmetic Dermatology, she looks beyond lines and wrinkles. Amanda focuses on the full picture—bone structure, fat loss, sun damage—and customizes treatments for long-term, natural-looking results. Her day-to-day includes lasers, microneedling, Botox, and fillers, but her p

As a physician assistant and aesthetic injector at MD Beauty Lab in Portland, Geneva wears many hats. From smoothing wrinkles with Botox and fillers to helping people reach their goals through the GLP-1 weight loss program, Geneva focuses on giving honest feedback and helping people plan their treatments. She started her career in family medicine, then found her way to dermatology and eventually aesthetics—a natural fit for someone who loves working with her hands and has an eye for detail. To l

As an aesthetic nurse injector at MD Beauty Lab, Brittany Nelson enhances confidence with precision and artistry. As a post-op nurse at Portland Plastic Surgery Group, she’s a calming presence, guiding patients through recovery with compassion and care. Her path to aesthetics started in a hospital room—but not as a nurse. At 16, Brittany was hospitalized for two weeks, and the kindness of the nurses who cared for her left a lasting impression. She wanted to be there for people the way they were

The moment Thai Becker saw how patients reacted to their results, she fell in love with aesthetics. She always knew she wanted a career where she could help people feel good about themselves, and now, her patients feel more like friends, chatting with her about their day while she helps them look and feel their best. What sets Thai apart isn’t just her eye for aesthetics but the personal connections she builds. Her patients trust her because she takes the time to understand them—not just their c