Medical Expertise of Dr. Lawrence Rivkin, MD
Dr. Rivkin’s expertise includes injectables such as Botox, Dysport, Restylane, Juvederm, and Radiesse; extensive experience with the use of various lasers, such as IPL for sun-damaged skin, Pulse-Dye Laser for blood vessels, Light-Sheer Laser for hair removal, PDT for precancerous skin changes; and the use of various types of light to medium depth chemicals peels to enhance skin quality.
About Dr. Lawrence Rivkin, MD
Dr. Lawrence S. Rivkin is board certified in dermatology as well as dermatopathology and provides care at Dermatology Associates Medical Group in Beverly Hills CA. He has appeared on various health segments on local and national television and has developed his own line of skincare and makeup. He has also lectured and published articles for various dermatology publications.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
Education & Training
Dr. Rivkin is a graduate of Union College in New York and The University of Virginia School of Medicine. After completing his internship at the University of Wisconsin Medical Center he spent the next two years as a captain in the US Air Force Medical Corps during the Vietnam War. He then came to California for his residency at Wadsworth VA/UCLA Medical Center. He was chief resident during his last year of residency.
Dermatology Associates Medical Group
Dermatology Associates Medical Group is dedicated to providing the highest quality services in cosmetic, medical and surgical dermatology.
Our medical staff has 125 years of combined clinical expertise in cosmetic, medical, and surgical dermatology. Our philosophy is to combine safe and effective state-of-the-art technologies to enhance the skin and treat a variety of conditions.