Doctors and the military

The goals of the medical profession and the military profession--and the duties those goals impose--are not incompatible. One person can serve in both professions at the same time.
Agree
Disagree

Service in noncombat military roles, in the U.S. Public Health Service Corps, or in similar national public health roles should be mandatory for all physicians because all physician training is financed, at least in part, by public dollars.
Agree
Disagree

Popular television ("24") and film ("Syriana") offerings depict violent, aggressive acts in the service of national defense. On balance, do you think these shows:
Are entertaining and exciting; one should not overthink this type of thing.
Make the point that defending the greater good sometimes demands violent action.
Glorify violence as an effective way to solve political differences.
I avoid this sort of "entertainment."