Less than a year after graduating from Edge Hill University, Dr Dylan Kane is already helping to prepare the next generation of doctors for life on the frontline of the NHS.
Recently, Dylan, 24, returned to Edge Hill to speak with around 30 fifth-year medical students who will soon begin their own careers as doctors. His session focused on practical advice for life as a Foundation Year 1 Doctor (FY1), including managing workload, handling common clinical situations, understanding the realities of day and on-call shifts and building confidence in the early months of practice.
The opportunity to return and support current students was particularly meaningful for Dylan, as he was part of Edge Hill’s first cohort of medical students.
Dylan said: “I remembered how useful it was for me to have a similar talk last year when I was almost finished at Edge Hill. Being part of the first cohort of medical students at Edge Hill meant that we did not have people to speak to who had been through the same degree before us.”
Alumnus, Dylan, now works as a FY1 Doctor at Arrowe Park Hospital on the Wirral. He has spent his first year rotating through colorectal surgery, respiratory medicine and geriatrics.
Dylan said: “While stepping into the role of a newly qualified doctor has been a big learning curve, I feel my time at Edge Hill prepared me as well as possible for the realities of clinical practice.”
One of the highlights of Dylan’s first year has been his respiratory medicine rotation, where he gained hands-on experience and discovered an unexpected interest in the specialty.
Dylan said: “I particularly enjoyed my rotation in respiratory medicine, more so than I expected, and had plenty of opportunities to be involved in practical procedures.”
Dylan studied Medicine at Edge Hill after visiting the campus with his sixth form and being impressed by the welcoming atmosphere and supportive environment.
Throughout his degree, he particularly valued the close-knit nature of his cohort, which allowed him to build strong relationships with classmates and lecturers.
Clinical placements formed a major part of his studies, with students spending time in healthcare settings from the earliest years of the programme. These experiences helped him develop the communication, teamwork and adaptability skills he now relies on every day in the NHS.
Alongside his studies, Dylan served as a course representative for four years, developing leadership and advocacy skills that continue to benefit him in his professional role.
Dylan said: “Looking back on my time at Edge Hill, it was the people who made the biggest difference. The support I received from my lecturers, supervisors and classmates throughout my degree helped me every step of the way and they’re what I remember most fondly.”
Dylan had some sound advice, especially for students due to graduate. He said: “Trust in the skills and knowledge you have already developed and don’t let nerves hold you back from new opportunities. You will be ok and have the knowledge and skills needed to be FY1s, otherwise you would not have gotten to the end of the degree.
“Continue to develop your skills, make the most of every experience, and keep in touch with your friends from university.”
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June 30, 2026
