Anything life-threatening is an immediate admission to hospital, assessment and usually treatment. If it can't be done at the local hospital, then the patient is transported to a hospital that can handle it.
That aspect of our system also adds to our waiting lists and time spent waiting for elective surgeries; as well as to see specialists. Some people can wait years for their surgery only to get bumped by someone who is in greater need.
The ultimate juggling act.

With love, Erika