Scarborough doctor Abdel Babiker dies after testing positive for coronavirus

Dr Abdel Wahab Babiker, who was 70, had worked at the hospital since 2019 as a consultant physician. Credit: ITV Yorkshire

Tributes have been paid to a doctor at Scarborough Hospital who has died after testing positive for Covid-19.

Dr Abdel Wahab Babiker, who was 70, had worked at the hospital since 2019 as a consultant physician.

Colleagues said he was a "dedicated and hard-working" doctor who was well liked by staff and patients, and will be sorely missed.

Dr Ed Smith, Director of Acute, Emergency and Elderly Medicine for Scarborough Hospital, said: “Dr Babiker was an extremely energetic, hard-working, approachable and dedicated doctor. He had a wealth of experience that he brought to bear in caring for our patients.

“He was particularly notable for his ‘can-do’ attitude and supportive nature, and was well liked by patients and staff alike. He will be sorely missed.”

Simon Morritt, Chief Executive of York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, said: “I am deeply saddened by the loss of a member of our Scarborough Hospital team, and offer my condolences to Dr Babiker’s family. We are making sure that staff have access to any help and support they may need at this difficult time.”

Dr Babiker passed away on 18 May 2020.