Separate licenses?

[mckennj@ccsmtp.ccf.org]

     Radsafers!
     
     A researcher has raised the question of why we don't have two separate 
     licenses, one for the Research Institute and one for the clinical 
     aspects, with the premise being if one "arm" was bad the other would 
     still be able to operate. We presently operate under a broad scope 
     license with about 80 approved users and Part 35 medical uses.
     
     I'm curious how other institutions are structured and if there are any 
     lessons learned which may prove beneficial for us. I'm looking at the 
     management chain and financial independence issues and have yet to 
     contact the NRC regarding their input. Any comments/questions welcome. 
     Thank you.
     
     Judy McKenna
     Director, Radiation Safety
     Cleveland Clinic Foundation
     MCKENNJ@CCSMTP.CCF.ORG
     fax: 216 444-4849