TRIBUTES have been paid to a “dearly loved” doctor who has died in a paddleboarding incident near Aviemore.
Dr Julia Hamilton, 57, a senior partner at Whitefriars Green Practice, died after getting into difficulty on the River Spey near Aviemore.
The practice said the mum of two was a “well-loved colleague and friend who was devoted to the care of our patients”.
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A statement issued by the surgery on Sunday said: “We, as a practice, are deeply saddened to inform you of the tragic sudden death of our senior partner, Dr Julia Hamilton, on Friday May 31 due to a paddleboarding incident on the River Spey.
“Dr Hamilton was an outdoor enthusiast and her family have derived great comfort that she passed away doing something she loved in a place that was very special to her.”
A book of condolence will be made available in the foyer of the practice from Tuesday.
First Minister John Swinney, who represents the Perthshire North constituency, commented: “I am terribly sorry to read this news and extend my sympathy to the family, colleagues and patients of Dr Hamilton.”
A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: Around 11.45am on Friday, we were called to a report of concern for a woman on a paddleboard in the River Spey, near Aviemore.
“Emergency services attended, however, the 57-year-old woman died at the scene. There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances and inquiries are ongoing.”
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