결론적으로, 국가 혹은 학회 차원에서 대국민 홍보와 효과적인 응급의료체계 구축을 꾸준히 시행한다면, 치료 시간 지연을 단축시켜 많은 심근경색증 환자들의 생명을 구제하고 의료비 절감에도 큰 도움을 줄 수 있을 것으로 기대되며, 훌륭한 연구를 시행해 준 김 등3)의 연구진들에게 향후 한국인 심근경색증의 치료 시간 단축을 위한 더욱 좋은 연구를 기대해 본다.Time delay between medial contact and treatment in symptomatic patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is the most important factor in the prediction of short and long-term mortality. The incidences of AMI has been increased in Korea rapidly. According to Korea Acute Myocardial Infarction Registry (KAMIR), pre-hospital delay is longer in Korean patients compared with Western patients, especially in patients with non-ST elevation myocardial infarction and in elderly female patients. Prompt seeking medical care in patients with suspected symptom of AMI can be achieved through patient and patient’s family education, active transportation system of ambulance, and good cooperations of regional emergency centers. Shortening time delay in treatment of AMI will save patient’s life and reduce medical costs in the future, especially in Korea.