"When I saw that the logo of the AMA had been changed, I was very disturbed by it because it indicates a change in mission. Since I was researching health care "reform" and the integration of medical research into daily medical practice, truth be told, I was horrified. I sent an inquiry to the AMA asking for an explanation for the change.
The following is the explanation I received from the AMA regarding my inquiry:"
Thank you for contacting the American Medical Association (AMA) regarding the Aesculapius/Caduceus.
The single-serpent staff of Aesculapius is the symbol of choice by scholars and those in the medical profession. It historically has represented the power and mystery of the healing art and of the compassion and devotion of the healer.
Medical Logo Change
"When I saw that the logo of the AMA had been changed, I was very disturbed by it because it indicates a change in mission. Since I was researching health care "reform" and the integration of medical research into daily medical practice, truth be told, I was horrified. I sent an inquiry to the AMA asking for an explanation for the change. The following is the explanation I received from the AMA regarding my inquiry:"
Thank you for contacting the American Medical Association (AMA) regarding the Aesculapius/Caduceus. The single-serpent staff of Aesculapius is the symbol of choice by scholars and those in the medical profession. It historically has represented the power and mystery of the healing art and of the compassion and devotion of the healer.
The AMA symbol or staff of Aesculapius is one serpent around a staff. However there is also the Caduceus which is two serpents around a staff............... pic- http://channelingreality.com/images/AMA_Logo.JPG http://channelingreality.com/Medical/medical_logo_change.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Medical_Association