⚕️ Medical Symbol Emoji
Technical Details
Name
Medical Symbol
Short Name
:medical_symbol:
Unicode
U+2695
U+FE0F
Unicode Version
4.0Release Year
2016
Category
SymbolsSubcategory
Other SymbolPlatform Support
Google Twitter Facebook
Has Skin Tones
No
Platform Renderings
Google Style
Twitter Style
Facebook Style
SVG Code
<svg width="128" height="128" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"> <text x="64" y="64" font-size="96" text-anchor="middle" dominant-baseline="middle" font-family="serif" >⚕️</text> </svg>
Emoji Meaning
Meaning
A white caduceus symbol on a blue background, consisting of a rod with two intertwined snakes and a pair of wings at the top. This is the official medical symbol, representing medicine, healthcare, and medical professionals. It is not to be confused with the similar-looking staff of Asclepius, which has only one snake and no wings.
Common Uses
- Indicating a medical professional or healthcare context: 'Meet Dr. Smith, our new ⚕️'
- Referencing medical services or facilities: 'Visited the clinic today, got checked up by the ⚕️'
- Symbolizing health and wellness: 'Stay healthy and take care of yourself ⚕️'
Example Sentences
- Our hospital is equipped with the latest medical technology ⚕️
- Please consult a ⚕️ if you experience any symptoms of illness.
- The ⚕️ symbol is universally recognized in the healthcare industry.