Dr. Whipple is previously known for his efforts in promoting physical therapy worldwide via his web site on the Internet. He was one of the first in the United States to receive a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, graduating from Slippery Rock University, in Pennsylvania. Dr. Whipple is certified as an Ergonomic Assessment Specialist and is also bilingual, having earned a Bachelor's degree in Spanish from Brigham Young University, in Utah. He has experience in many settings including outpatient care, acute care, rehabilitation, and home health care.