USPHS Physicians Professional Advisory Committee (PPAC)
United State Public Health Service

 
Physician Coin Design Selected New!
 

 

Coin Front Side: view larger image

 
  • The Rod of Asclepius represents healing through medicine, the single universal, most recognizable symbol of medicine and healing.
  • The background color of maroon was chosen for its connection with military medicine.
  • The rope around the periphery represents our origins as a maritime service.
Coin Reverse Side: view larger image
  • The Commissioned Corps seal was chosen for Side 2 because it represents the birth of the Commissioned Corps of the US Public Health Service and it was by far the most popular choice over the PHS logo on the survey.
Availability:


    • $10 dollars per coin
    • How to order your coin



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Last Updated: June 23, 2008
Contact Web Master:
CAPT Judith L. Bader, MD, USPHS