Wellington man suffered heart attack after four-hour emergency department wait

A 55-year-old man in Wellington experienced a severe heart attack after enduring a four-and-a-half-hour wait in the emergency department, according to an investigation by the Health and Disability Commissioner. This case highlights significant issues in emergency care, emphasizing the urgent need for improvements in triage and patient flow management. The incident underscores the potentially fatal consequences of long wait times in emergency settings, stressing the importance of timely medical attention to prevent such tragedies.