Andhra Medical College - Emblem

Emblem

Andhra Medical College emblem was designed by Dr. F. J. Anderson, the first principal.

  • The deep blue background of the emblem reflects the serene Bay of Bengal on whose shores the Andhra Medical College stands. It suggests the depth of the knowledge imparted by the college.
  • The red cross is the accepted sign of ambulance service and stands for the motto of the medical profession viz. providing medical service to the suffering.
  • The trident (Trisoolam) is a sceptre of power held by Neptune, the Lord of the seas. It is the invocation to the Lord of the seas to guard the great Andhra Medical College.
  • The serpent in the emblem stands for knowledge and wisdom. The serpent winding around the trident signifies that the power of the College arises out of knowledge and wisdom.
  • The dolphin in the emblem, which reminds us of the Dolphin's Nose hill nearby, denotes permanence of Andhra Medical College.
  • The sheaf of wheat denotes prosperity.

'Ne Quid Nimis', the motto of Andhra Medical College, means "Let there be nothing in excess." Students are taught that even medicinal therapy must not be given in excess; thus they solemnly resolve to show moderation in all things and prevent any imbalance in the functions of college's alma mater.

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