You really have to give us a little more information on both counts. If nothing happens, nor anything pertaining to the plot, and it doesn't read like the rest of the book, what is its purpose? Just as importantly, what will your prospective editor expect from the rest of the book? Remember that we'll stop reading at any point; the last thing I want to hear from any of yous is "Just keep going, it'll get better in the third chapter."
I think you've just decided to trash that first chapter and work its contents into the exposition. If you're really enamored of that initially different voice, try a short prologue, but make sure it's necessary.
I'm wondering if I should start in the action, or just a bit later on, and then flash back.
Where to start your story in relation to the action is another question entirely. Usually, any of several different techniques will work. It depends on what kind of action you're telling us about. What style are you going for, what are you good at, and what makes sense for the story?
Sorry for the vagueness. Pitch to the clinic, let us see!
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