EXPERT
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.
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
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Is there any medication that can help me relieve menstrual pain?
I will advise you to use OCPs and see your ob/gyn. It can be simple ovulatory pain or endometriosis.
I believe I have vaginitis. What treatment can I get for it OTC?
Over-the-counter treatment is Monistat, but sometimes it does not work. Best thing is to see your ob/gyn and let her prescribe you the prescription medications.
My nipples are really itchy. Why is this happening?
Sometimes it is contact dermatitis or a simple yeast infection. I suggest you see your ob/gyn and let them check it out.
How to find the best OBGYN near me
You can look in Health Grade or Zoc Doc. Those websites are good ones.
What are the best kind of foods to have during menopause?
Try to use more soya products and also eat a diet with low salt and low carbs. She needs to increase her water intake.
What can I do to improve my chances of getting pregnant?
Try to do over-the-counter ovulation kits and see whether you are ovulating or not. Also, you can see your ob/gyn to check your hormonal profile.
Why do my periods last for such a long time?
You need to get your hormonal panel checked by your ob/gyn and also need a pelvic sonogram. There are lots of reasons for heavy periods, but unless you get an evaluation, you will READ MORE
You need to get your hormonal panel checked by your ob/gyn and also need a pelvic sonogram. There are lots of reasons for heavy periods, but unless you get an evaluation, you will not figure out the reason.
What can I do about my facial hair growth?
There are medications called spironolactone or vaniqua hair cream can help, but you need to see your ob/gyn so she can do your hormonal panel to make sure you do not have PCOS. READ MORE
There are medications called spironolactone or vaniqua hair cream can help, but you need to see your ob/gyn so she can do your hormonal panel to make sure you do not have PCOS.
Will taking birth control for an extended period of time effect my chances of getting pregnant when the time is right?
Not at all, OCPs do not affect pregnancy rate no matter how long you take it.
Is it okay to have a pap smear test when I have my period?
Yes, if it is not heavy bleeding, you should be okay.
My wife threw up after taking the plan B one step pill. What should we do?
I think you need to take another Plan B. It is common to throw up after Plan B, and this time take antiemetic before Plan B.
What could be the reason behind repeated ectopic pregnancies?
Her progesterone level may be low. She may need some progesterone. I hope she did not have a history of PID. A history of ectopic pregnancy can predispose one to another ectopic, READ MORE
Her progesterone level may be low. She may need some progesterone. I hope she did not have a history of PID. A history of ectopic pregnancy can predispose one to another ectopic, but she should see an REI, meaning reproductive endocrinology infertility.
I have a blood clot on my left breast. Can it turn into a tumor?
You need to see a breast specialist and get a clinical breast exam. Also, get a breast mammogram.
Why does my vagina feel so dry?
You need to get your hormonal panel checked like FSH and LH to see you are not becoming menopausal.
What is the best cold medicine I can take while nursing my baby?
I would take Tylenol with sinus and cold.
What is the recommended dose of folic acid I should take when planning to conceive?
If you never had a child with neural tube defect, I advise you to take 0.4 mg folic acid 3 months before the conception period.
Can antibiotics cause dryness of the vagina?
I do not think so. Vaginal dryness is not related to antibiotics for ear infection.
Early ovulation
You may have a ruptured corpus luteam cyst. It happens sometimes. If your pain does not go away in 24 hours, you should go to the ER or visit your doc.
Why do I have severe vaginal itching and soreness during my periods?
It can be simple ovulation or endometriosis. I suggest you see your ob/gyn and get checked.
My daughter got her first period earlier than normal. Can this have an impact on her health?
It can happen with a lot of girls. Just watch her for other signs of puberty and make sure she does not have precocious puberty. I will advise you to see your ob/gyn.
