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Dr. Navita Modi

OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)

Navita Modi, M.D. is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (FACOG). Dr. Modi has been in practice for nearly Fourteen years. Dr. Modi is Board certified (Diplomat of American Board of OBGYN) and has taken certified trainings to perform minimally invasive surgeries utilizing the most current technology in the surgical arena – da Vinci and Olympus 3-D. Dr. Modi’s interests include strong commitment to patient education, research in women’s health care, and teaching.

Dr. Modi has extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of women’s diseases, especially dealing with the female reproductive system, performing advanced gynecologic surgeries, including diagnostic, emergency, and Urogyn procedures. Dr. Modi has an outstanding ability to provide care with emphasis on a holistic approach, treating the female patient as a physical, emotional, and social being. With her ability to establish rapport with the patients, unfailing flexibility, and adaptability to constantly changing circumstances, she has been able to deliver superior results under extreme pressures.

Dr. Modi has published various research papers and articles throughout her professional career. Dr. Modi has also received recognition awards for her outstanding performances – VIP award by Ohio Health and chosen among America’s Top OB/GYNs by Consumer Research Council of America, are a few.

Dr. Modi is dedicated to providing compassionate care to women of all ages. When not in the office or at the hospital, Dr. Modi enjoys spending time with friends and family, teaching and helping various charitable organizations.
20 years Experience
Dr. Navita Modi
  • Lanham, MD
  • Howard University Hospital
  • Accepting new patients

Why does my vagina feel sore and heavy after sex?

Make sure you clean yourself from front to back before and after sexual activity, and also your significant other, too. Also, make sure to visit your ob/gyn to r/o any infection READ MORE
Make sure you clean yourself from front to back before and after sexual activity, and also your significant other, too. Also, make sure to visit your ob/gyn to r/o any infection and also r/o endometriosis.

Are sexual lubricant gels safe?

Yes, I do not see any problems with them.

Is surgery the only way to treat uterine fibroids?

First of all, it depends on the size of the fibroids, and then options are OCPs, depo, and sometimes you can proceed with uterine artery embolization, but this option is only good READ MORE
First of all, it depends on the size of the fibroids, and then options are OCPs, depo, and sometimes you can proceed with uterine artery embolization, but this option is only good for patients who do not want children, so you should get a sonogram of your fibroids and see your ob/gyn for options.

How can additional UTI's be prevented?

You should stay on suppression therapy for UTI and also make sure to clean yourself and your partner before and after sexual activity. Also, try to use cranberry juice.

Anterior Prolapse

You should get checked by an ob/gyn to see how bad the prolapse is, and also it should not affect your sexual activity, but if it is bothering you as a bulge, there are non-surgical READ MORE
You should get checked by an ob/gyn to see how bad the prolapse is, and also it should not affect your sexual activity, but if it is bothering you as a bulge, there are non-surgical and surgical options that can help to get it fixed.

According to my latest scan, my baby is huge. Will it cause any problems in my delivery?

Make sure you do not have Gestational DM and also sometimes, if the baby is big, you may end up in a C-section. So, make sure you should have a thorough discussion with your ob/gyn READ MORE
Make sure you do not have Gestational DM and also sometimes, if the baby is big, you may end up in a C-section. So, make sure you should have a thorough discussion with your ob/gyn about mode of delivery.

My periods are irregular. What could be the reason for this?

First of all, make sure you are not pregnant and then see your ob/gyn to check your hormonal profile.

When is the best time to take my pregnancy test?

You can do a UPT now or a blood pregnancy test now.

I am suffering from either hemorrhoids or anal skin flap. How can I know the difference?

I want you to get examined by your doctor ASAP so he or she can see whether you have hemorrhoids or anal skin flap. Some conditions are only ruled out by a physical exam.

Itching nipple, what is it?

Most likely, it could be contact dermatitis or a yeast infection, but to be on the safe side, I will advise you to see your ob/gyn for a clinical breast exam.

I have a boil right at the entrance of my vagina. Can you recommend a topical cream for it?

Try to do sits bath or sit in a warm tub of water with some hydrogen peroxide in it two or three times a day. If that does not help, then see your doc for further evaluation.

Is there a special diet I should give my daughter while she's on her period?

Not really, just make sure she eats a diet with good iron amounts in it and also she needs to take a multivitamin and calcium 600mg over-the-counter in it .

Is it okay to get a tattoo done during prengnacy?

I would not advise it. Sometimes when people get a tattoo done, they get hepatitis C infection.

What are the safest medicines for cold I can have during pregnancy?

Yes, you can take Tylenol for sinus and cold.

What causes cramps during pregnancy?

Sometimes it is simply a sign of dehydration, or sometimes it is a sign of preterm labor. Please drink at least 8-10 glasses of water a day and also avoid sexual activity. If cramps READ MORE
Sometimes it is simply a sign of dehydration, or sometimes it is a sign of preterm labor. Please drink at least 8-10 glasses of water a day and also avoid sexual activity. If cramps continue, then you should see your ob/gyn.

Is it periods or implantation bleeding?

Looks like it is your period, but to be on the safe side, you can visit your ob/gyn and do a blood pregnancy test.

Is it normal to get back pain before periods after my C-section?

Yes, it is quite normal. I would apply heating pads or use Motrin for the pain.

Will my pregnancy leg pain get better after delivery?

In pregnancy, people develop restless leg syndrome, or it can be sign of anemia. You should get a CBC done by your doctor sometime. Check with your doc if she can put you on some READ MORE
In pregnancy, people develop restless leg syndrome, or it can be sign of anemia. You should get a CBC done by your doctor sometime. Check with your doc if she can put you on some medication for restless leg syndrome.

I have a boil right at the entrance of my vagina. Please suggest a topical treatment for the same?

I will advise to do a sitz bath and warm compressor on that area. If that does not go away after, I suggest you see your ob/gyn and she might put you on antibiotics.

Why do I have thick and sticky discharge?

It can be a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis. I will advise you to see your ob/gyn and get checked.