The root meaning of the word "sarcasm" is:  To tear the flesh.
Consideration of this meaning always stops me whenever I am tempted to
indulge in sarcasm.  I feel very negative about public venting.  It is
unprofessional, unkind, and unwise.  It may provide some kind of immediate
release of frustration, but the long-term effect is to perpetuate among our
medical profession colleagues the impression that we are incautious.  The
best defense is to set a good example.  This is a very public list.  I
advise members who feel like venting to do it privately, or to spend the
time sorting out their feelings prior to hitting the send button, so they
are dealing with principles rather than personalities.  There are plenty of
ways to tell the story without resorting to name calling.  I join Dr.
Soloman in feeling offended by this.
Barbara

Barbara Wilson-Clay, BS, IBCLC
Private Practice, Austin, Texas
Owner, Lactnews On-Line Conference Page
http://moontower.com/bwc/lactnews.html