Digital Heuristic Tools

First developed in 2010, the Pre-Op Tool is an easy-to-use, web-based application that assists primary care providers in delivering high-quality, consistent preoperative care. The tool's recommendations are derived from primary literature, consensus guidelines and expert opinion, and address both preoperative testing and medication management. By standardizing anticoagulation and antiplatelet management, the Pre-Op Tool lowers the risk of adverse perioperative events, including MI and postoperative bleeding. Additionally, reduction in unnecessary preoperative testing can provide significant financial savings. For more information about the Pre-Op Tool or any of DHT's other tools, please visit our website at www.mydhtools.com.