Dr. Givens

Dr. Givens

Dr. Victoria Givens, Your Face Expert

Born and raised in Houma, Louisiana, Dr. Victoria Brighton Givens recognized her calling to the field of medicine early. She graduated Valedictorian of her high school and was heavily recruited by the illustrious Louisiana State University (LSU) for her undergraduate training.

Meet Dr. Victoria Givens

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Education and Background

While completing her pre-medical studies, she represented LSU and the Southeastern Conference (SEC) as a Division I Collegiate Athlete in the sport of Swimming while earning several honors and titles including NCAA Qualifier, First-Team All-SEC, LSU Academic Excellence Scholar Athlete, and the LSU Athletic Director’s Cup for Academic Excellence. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Biological Sciences and Italian Foreign Language before going on to earn her M.D. from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center- New Orleans (LSUHSC-NOLA).

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Dr. Givens on Facial Rejuvenation

Advanced Training in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Austin TX

During medical school, Dr. Givens was selected for a highly competitive training position in Zagreb, Croatia, with the KBC Zagreb Center’s Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery team. She also served as President of the LSUHSC-NOLA Plastic & Reconstructive Surgical Society, where she created and directed the school’s first “Operation Smile Benefit Concert” that raised significant proceeds for cleft lip and palate repair in developing countries.

Following medical school, Dr. Givens completed an extensive 5-year residency with the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans. She was then hand-picked for the prestigious American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship under the direction of world-renowned Dr. Stephen W. Perkins.

Researcher and Author

As a respected and active member of the surgical community, Dr. Givens is regularly invited to present her work and published research on skin rejuvenation and facial balancing at both national and international Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery conferences. Her passion for the field of aesthetic and reconstructive medicine is founded upon her attention to surgical detail, commitment to patient care, and enthusiasm for melding the elegance of aesthetics with the art of restoration.

Dedication, Talent, and Artistry: Dr. Victoria Givens

Dr. Givens is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon who specializes exclusively in aging-face procedures, including face and neck lifts , eyelid lifts , rhinoplasty , earlobe repair , and mole removal. After several years in private practice in Austin, Texas, she continues to provide exceptional care to her patients. It is her unparalleled reputation, personalized client care, mastery in the field of anti-aging and aesthetic rejuvenation, and commitment to delivering superior results that make Dr. Victoria Givens the premier choice for individuals both near and far.

To learn more about Dr. Givens and her aesthetic techniques, follow her on her YouTube channel and Instagram @drvictoriagivens.

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Professional Memberships

Dr. Givens is an active member of multiple professional associations and medical societies. She strongly believes that a unified network of physicians and medical providers along with dedicated attention to humanitarian outreach efforts are the key to improving her community on a local, regional, and global level.

Publications and Professional Presentations

  • Optimizing treatment outcomes using super-oxidized hypochlorous acid. SurgiHEAL PRO Webinar. 2023 March. Austin, TX.
  • Hypochlorous acid: the game changer for aesthetic treatment outcomes. Reaching New Peaks in Facial Plastic Surgery Winter Symposium 2023. 2023 March. Avon, CO.
  • Exosomes and the aesthetic practice. Reaching New Peaks in Facial Plastic Surgery Winter Symposium 2023. 2023 March. Avon, CO.
  • The buccal fat controversy: tweaks for the cheeks. Reaching New Peaks in Facial Plastic Surgery Winter Symposium 2023. 2023 March. Avon, CO.
  • Elevate your practice: the tools you need to maximize patient satisfaction. Colorado Dermatologic Society Annual Meeting. 2022 September. Denver, CO.
  • Top 10 treatments for generation-z and millennials. 2022 Multispecialty Aesthetic Conference. 2022 August. San Diego, CA
  • Exosomes and the aesthetic practice. 2022 Multispecialty Aesthetic Conference. 2022 August. San Diego, CA.
  • Effective skincare: how to create a personalized regimen for your patients. 2022 Multispecialty Aesthetic Conference. 2022 August. San Diego, CA.
  • How I use exosomes in my practice. American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Advances in Rhinoplasty & Facial Rejuvenation Conference. 2022 May. Miami, FL.
  • Effective skincare: creating a personalized regimen. Reaching New Peaks in Facial Plastic Surgery Winter Symposium 2022. 2022 March. Avon, CO.
  • Radiofrequency devices: treating the gap patient & beyond. Reaching New Peaks in Facial Plastic Surgery Winter Symposium 2022. 2022 March. Avon, CO.
  • The age of millennials & gen-z: the treatments you should offer & how to keep your clients coming back for more. Reaching New Peaks in Facial Plastic Surgery Winter Symposium 2022. 2022 March. Avon, CO.
  • Exosomes for total facial rejuvenation. Givens VB. Direct Biologics Advancements of Stem Cell Therapy Webinar. 2020 October. Austin, TX.
  • Givens VB, Patel A, Perkins SW (2020). Primary endonasal rhinoplasty: double-dome technique via intercartilaginous dome-delivery. In B Azizzadeh, M Murphy, C Johnson, & W Numa (Eds.). Master Techniques in Rhinoplasty (2nd ed., pp 79-90). Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier. In print 2021.
  • Givens VB, Prischmann J, Perkins SW (2023). Lower eyelid blepharoplasty. In C. Rosen et al (Eds.), Bailey’s Head and Neck Surgery Otolaryngology (6th ed., Vol. 2, pp. 3686 – 3703). Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkens.
  • Orthognathic surgery: cephalometrics and congenital abnormalities. Indiana University School of Medicine Grand Rounds. Indiana University Department of Otolaryngology. 2020 April. Indianapolis, IN. 
  • Why lifting the medial brow should not be “frowned upon”. Givens VB, Perkins SW. American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery Annual Meeting. 2019 September. San Diego, CA.
  • The tripod concept of the upper nasal third. Hetzler L, Givens V, Sykes J. JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery, 2019 Oct, 1(6):498-503.
  • Use of targeted 5-fluorouracil injection for treatment of head and neck keloid formation. Givens V, Chastant B. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans Research Conference. LSUHSC-New Orleans Department of Otolaryngology. 2019 June. New Orleans, LA.
  • The anatomy of the facial fat planes. 26th Multi-Specialty Symposium: State-of-the-Art in Facial Aesthetics Conference. Foundation of Facial Aesthetic Surgery. 2019 March. New Orleans, LA.
  • The tripod concept of the upper nasal third. Hetzler L, Givens V, Sykes J. American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Conference. 2017 October. Phoenix, AZ.
  • Costal cartilage lateral crural strut graft for correction of external nasal valve dysfunction in primary and revision rhinoplasty. Givens VB, Hall CA, Marcells GN, Harvey RJ, Barham HP. Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meeting, American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Section. 2017 April. San Diego, CA.

See What Patients Have to Say About Dr. Givens

5-Star Review

Dr. Victoria Givens has the best bed side manner; she explains in detail the ins and outs of any and all procedures and the results you should receive; she and...

5-Star Review

Dr. Givens is an excellent physician who cares about her patients and endeavors for perfection.

5-Star Review

Dr. Givens was very professional and honest with me from the consultation for my Buccal fat removal to the follow up after my procedure was completed. I chose t...

5-Star Review

Dr Givens and her staff made me feel very comfortable with discussing my areas that bother me. She explained every option and gave details on each procedure th...

5-Star Review

I feel at home with Dr. Givens and her employees. I am overly infatuated with how my lips turned out! Not only are the prices great but the quality of work I g...

Awards and Honors

Dr. Givens has been recognized on both a regional and national level for her academic and athletic achievements. As a decorated, elite competitor in the sport of swimming from a young age, she learned the true meaning of discipline, dedication, and perseverance. Her work ethic in the pool easily translated to the classroom and the field of medicine. Her work ethic, passion, and commitment to her practice and patients is truly unparalleled and second to none.

  • Valedictorian, Vandebilt Catholic High School
  • Louisiana State Champion, MVP, & Swimmer of the Year, Swimming
  • All-District, All-Metro, All-State, All-American, & All-Academic American, Swimming
  • Far Westerns Champion, Swimming
  • National Scholar Athlete
  • National Merit Semi-Finalist
  • Wendy’s High School Heisman Louisiana State Finalist
  • Hall of Fame, Tulane University Athletics
  • Billy Slatten Award, Tulane University Athletics
  • Magna cum Laude, Louisiana State University
  • Division I Varsity Letterman, Swimming (Tulane University & Louisiana State University)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Qualifier, Swimming
  • US Open and Senior National Qualifier, Swimming
  • Collegiate Record-holder, Swimming (Tulane University & Louisiana State University)
  • Undergraduate Dean’s Honor List, Louisiana State University
  • Southeastern Conference (SEC) Honor Roll, Louisiana State University
  • First-Team All-SEC, Louisiana State University
  • Tigers Athletic Director’s Cup Award for Academic Excellence, Louisiana State University
  • Scholar Athlete Award, Louisiana State University
  • Academic Excellence Gala Recipient, Louisiana State University
  • Key Opinion Leader & Medical Advisor in Exosome Therapy, Direct Biologics
  • Key Opinion Leader & Medical Advisor for SurgiHeal Pro, Surgical Health Solutions

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