⚕️ 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
Emoji Styles

3D Style
Color Style
Flat Style
High Contrast
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.