👋🏻 Hi, my name is

Kshanika Patel

I am a San Francisco, CA based UX Researcher and Product Designer.

User Research | Mobile Design

Improving Medical Claims Mobile Experience

Evaluating current experience with user research to create the ideal ways member can receive, review and understand their claims.

User Research | Dashboard Design | B2B

Employer Dashboard Design

A smart, intuitive landing page for Medical Mutual’s employer platform—centered on delivering what matters most at first login.

Evaluative Research | Design Recommendation

Demystifying Credit Choices and Rewards

Focused on understanding customer perception of credit card offerings and the launch of the new rewards program.

Generative Research

Enhancing Platform Differentiation and Adoption

Identifying value-driving features and barriers to adoption.

Published Articles

In this article, I explore the gender gap in design leadership and share ten success principles—highlighting inspiring women and offering a practical tool to guide emerging leaders.

In this paper, we trace the evolution of footwear—from ancient origins to future trends—framing shoes as part of complex adaptive systems shaped by cultural and technological change.