The split here is not between lawyering and doctoring. In fact, those of you who would bash lawyers and "litigation" can help yourself to an autocratic country of your choice.
A robust legal system is a hallmark of a free society - access to courts and the ability to penalize the wicked no matter their wealth or power is fundamental to a nation of equals.
The true split here is between those who think EVERYTHING should be monetized and that the pursuit of profit is the greatest good to which humans may strive, and those who disagree.
If we want to keep our citizens insured, under proper medical supervision, while pursuing new technology and medical innovation, we have the resources to do that. But..