I was sent to emerg in Mississauga by my Ophthalmologist to get a blood test for a possible  condition prior to my eye surgery. I was suffering a headache over the right eye as well. Well, I sat there in their "fast track" area for over three hours. Meantime, one was treated for a stubbed toe,  another had a cast removed and some 15 others came and went.

It was evening, no one even approached me. I went to the desk to get my note from the doctor and head home. I was told then that I was next. But, after initially seeing me, I was told that I would have to wait through 3 more patients before my turn would come up again.

Next day, I went to another hospital emergency area and was seen within an hour.

I get the whole triage concept. Heaven knows, I've seen enough medical shows. But, when your problem is not considered important by those who make such decisions, you will NEVER get assistance.

For there will always be someone whose medical issue is worse than yours.