
The Product Podcast Hims & Hers CPO on Building Delightful Products in Regulated Markets | Dheerja Kaur | E278
Nov 14, 2025
Dheerja Kaur, Chief Product Officer at Hims & Hers, shares her journey in building impactful products within the health tech landscape. She discusses the challenges of innovating in regulated markets and how to balance user experience with compliance. Dheerja explains the strategic decision to maintain two brands, enhancing personalization for diverse users, and highlights how AI is transforming patient care. She emphasizes the importance of combining clinical expertise with product management to deliver delightful, effective health solutions.
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Product Work Changes In Regulated Industries
- Regulated industries demand PMs learn rules and partner with compliance and clinical experts.
- Great product breaks fear barriers by being simple, educational, and delightful.
Design To Educate, Not Patronize
- Educate users during key moments so they act informed rather than paternalistically blocked.
- Pair product UX with clinical support to guide users through high-stakes decisions.
Two Brands, One Engine
- Two distinct brands and apps let Hims & Hers meet users emotionally and personalize communication.
- Componentized engineering underpins both brands while preserving product velocity.
