Austin Neurosurgeon Dies At Florida Race Track

AUSTIN, TX — An Austin pediatric neurosurgeon passed away while competing in a car racing event in Florida over the weekend, according to reports.

Dr. Tim George, 59, experienced a medical issue near the mid-point of a race at a Michelin Sports Car event in Sebring Speedway on Sunday, according to a WBBH in Fort Myers, Florida. He was rushed to a hospital where he later died, according a press release from Sebring International Raceway.

"The IMSA family is shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Tim George today," officials from the International Motor Sports Association wrote. "He was a long-time IMSA competitor and a friend to many in the paddock. At this difficult time, we would like to extend our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies to his wife Rosalind and the rest of their family.”

According to the Dell Children’s Medical Center website, George was the director of pediatric neurosurgery at the facility. On Twitter, officials at the hospital expressed their grief over the doctor's sudden passing: "We are deeply mourning the loss of pediatric neurosurgeon, Dr. Tim George," officials wrote. "Remarkable physician & leader within our community. Our thoughts are with his wife Rosalind & the rest of his family, colleagues, patients, & everyone else whose life he touched."