I don't. This sort of discussion from people in the field and what their friends see is helpful because it can change how other laypeople see the issue. Furthermore, I like seeing these sorts of discussions because I feel they make me more intelligent through gaining a different perspective.

I'm sorry - no text on Hacker News will convince me the person typing it is an expert in anything. Especially when they present inaccuracies and opinions as facts.

No way! Having MDs or MD like people on HN is a joy! We talk about the inanities of compsci jargon all the time on this site. Hearing the debates in Bio and the Medical field on here is a rare joy!