Strada you should tell us what countries make you wait for which emergency procedures and not simply parott talking points.  As one who spouse has undergone serious procedures outside of the US I say you are wrong.  As one who has to wait and get approval for a procedure here in the US that required approvals from the insurance company requiring multiple referrals I know personally there are times when you wait in the US to get certain medical treatments. 
Ask anyone who has had cataract surgery how long it took between the time they found out it was needed and when they were treated.  It will not be a matter of a day or so; more than likely three or more months.