Asclepius: The serpent coiled around a staff or caduceus is a traditional symbol

Asclepius: The serpent coiled around a staff or caduceus is a traditional symbol of healing and medicine. On the coat of arms of veterinary medicine, a serpente pode aparecer em volta da letra V Ramos de oak tree e bay leaves: These branches usually surround the main symbol., representing strength (oak tree) and victory (bay leaves). cruz de malta: In some coats of arms, há a presença da cruz de malta, symbol of protection and assistance.