Caduceus Medical Symbol - Meaning, History, and Usage in Healthcare #174136 (License: Personal Use)

The caduceus is a symbolic staff carried by Hermes in Greek mythology, later adopted (though often confused with the Rod of Asclepius) as a modern emblem of medicine and healthcare. It features two serpents winding around a central rod, topped with a pair of wings, signifying commerce, negotiation, and healing. Despite historical inaccuracies in its medical association, it remains prevalent in U.S. healthcare branding and institutional logos.

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