Dr. Shipley was born and raised in Warsaw. He graduated from Warsaw Community High School in 1982. He graduated from Indiana University in 1986 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Dr. Shipley then graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1990 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree. He achieved all degree with Honors. He is a member of the American Dental Association, The Indiana Dental Association, Kosciusko Dental Society, and the American Academy of Facial Esthetics.

Dr. Shipley is married to Kelly (Huffer) and between them they have six children and 12 grandchildren. Outside of the office, Dr. Shipley enjoys time with family and friends, boating, fishing, skiing, and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle.