The colleagues of a GP found dead at her home have spoken of their profound shock at the loss of an "exceptional doctor".

Hannah Cain, 45, known to her patients as Dr Hannah Terry, was found at a property in Fern Hill, Dersingham, Norfolk, on Sunday. Her husband, Mark Cain, is due at King's Lynn Crown Court later, charged with her murder.

The GP was based at Grimston Medical Centre and had previously been at Heacham Group Practice for several years.

"We have lost an outstanding doctor, a cherished colleague and a friend, and her absence will be felt deeply across our health community," said a statement issued on behalf of primary care organisations across west Norfolk.

"The profound sense of shock and sadness across our practices and the wider NHS community speaks to the impact Hannah had on so many people."

It said its thoughts were with everyone who knew and loved Hannah, and it was grateful for the compassion and understanding shown by patients, communities and partner organisations.

The statement continued: "Hannah was an exceptional doctor and a deeply valued member of our NHS and primary care community.

"Highly intelligent, kind and generous, she brought warmth and positivity to those around her.

"She gave freely of her time and knowledge and, in the words of colleagues who knew her well, was simply a joy to know and work with.

"Throughout her career, Hannah earned the trust and respect of colleagues through her professionalism, skill and commitment.

"From her time in training through to becoming an accomplished doctor, she approached her work with tremendous care and a genuine determination to make a difference.

"That was particularly evident in the way Hannah cared for her patients.

"She was a passionate advocate for people, taking time to listen and ensuring everyone felt heard, understood and cared for.

"Improving patient care mattered deeply to her and was at the heart of her work."

It added: "Colleagues from across our local NHS and primary care community stand together in remembering Hannah and celebrating the difference she made.

"Her contribution to healthcare, her dedication to her patients and the positive impact she had on those fortunate enough to work alongside her will be her lasting legacy.

"She will be deeply missed and very fondly remembered. "

On Wednesday, the GP's family said she was kind, generous and loving; a beloved mother, daughter, sister, auntie, daughter-in-law and friend.

"We are incredibly proud of the woman she was and of the great care she took of all her patients who knew her as Dr Terry," they added, in a statement released via Norfolk Police.

In Dersingham, the Reverend Mark Capron, from St Nicholas Church, knew Hannah Cain, as did many people in the village and surrounding area.

"She brought joy to all who met her and that's certainly a memory that holds dear to me and many within this community," he said.

Several parishioners had come into the church to light a candle and to pray, he said, with Hannah's photo displayed on its door.

"People want to support and be there for everybody, which is really encouraging," he added.

"It is a loving caring community and that's something that's shining through in this challenging time."

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