What is the ReCODE Protocol? Sarasota's Only Certified Clinic Explains
If you’ve been told that Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline are irreversible, you’re not getting the whole story. The ReCODE Protocol is the first and only treatment approach proven in medical journals to actually reverse cognitive decline – and The Carroll Institute is the only ReCODE certified functional neurology clinic in the Sarasota area.
As the only ReCODE certified functional neurology clinic in Sarasota, Dr. Glenn has witnessed remarkable transformations in patients who were told “nothing could be done.” With an 84% success rate, the ReCODE Protocol offers hope where traditional medicine offers only decline.
The Science Behind ReCODE: 25+ Years of Breakthrough Research
ReCODE (Reversal of COgnitive DEcline) was developed by Dr. Dale Bredesen at UCLA’s Buck Institute for Aging after more than 25 years of groundbreaking research. Unlike traditional approaches that treat Alzheimer’s as a single disease, Dr. Bredesen discovered that cognitive decline is actually the brain’s protective response to multiple threats.
Published in prestigious medical journals including:
- -Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease (2014, 2016, 2018, 2022, 2023, 2024)
- Aging (2016)
- Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease (2018)
The research revealed a startling truth: Alzheimer’s isn’t one disease – it’s the result of over 40 different factors that can damage brain cells, including toxins, infections, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic dysfunction.
Why Traditional Alzheimer's Treatment Fails
Traditional medicine treats every Alzheimer’s patient the same way – with medications like Aricept, Namenda, and Exelon that only slow progression slightly. This one-size-fits-all approach fails because it ignores the underlying causes destroying brain cells.
By the time someone notices memory problems, they typically have 10 or more root causes occurring simultaneously. You cannot reverse cognitive decline by managing symptoms – you must eliminate the causes.
The hard truth: There are no effective drugs for cognitive decline, so traditional medicine has nothing meaningful to offer patients seeking real improvement.
How the ReCODE Protocol Actually Reverses Cognitive Decline

The ReCODE Protocol works by identifying and systematically eliminating each patient’s unique combination of root causes:
STEP 1: Comprehensive Root Cause Analysis: Advanced testing reveals your specific triggers – heavy metals, mycotoxins, inflammatory markers, hormonal imbalances, metabolic dysfunction, and decreased energy production. These tests go far beyond standard blood work.
STEP 2: Personalized Treatment Protocols: Based on your test results, we create custom protocols targeting YOUR specific root causes. No two patients receive the same treatment because no two patients have identical problems.
STEP 3: Neurological Rehabilitation: We develop functional neurology exercises specifically designed to rebuild the brain pathways you’ve lost. The Carroll Institute is the only clinic in the Sarasota area that creates customized cognitive exercises based on each individual patient’s specific needs, determined through our comprehensive neurological examination. This personalized neurological rehabilitation is the key step that separates us from every other approach.
STEP 4: Ongoing Optimization: Regular monitoring and protocol adjustments ensure continued improvement and long-term cognitive health maintenance.
Why The Carroll Institute is Sarasota's Only ReCODE Functional Neurology Specialist
Exclusive Training Requirements:
The ReCODE Protocol requires years of specialized study that cannot be learned in a weekend. Dr. Glenn completed intensive training directly with Dr. Dale Bredesen at UCLA’s Buck Institute for Aging in 2017, making The Carroll Institute the only ReCODE certified functional neurology clinic in the Sarasota area.
Unique Qualifications:
- 40+ years of functional neurology experience
- Direct training with Dr. Bredesen at UCLA
- Only functional neurology clinic with ReCODE certification in Sarasota
- Only clinic creating customized cognitive exercises for each patient
- Comprehensive certification in functional medicine and neurology
- Engineering background providing systematic, precise approach
- 84% success rate with cognitive improvement
This combination of functional neurology expertise AND ReCODE certification is unmatched in our region.

Documented Results: 84% Success Rate
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Real Patient Outcomes:
– Hundreds of Sarasota families have avoided nursing home placement
– Memory, focus, and mental clarity restored through root cause treatment
– Independence maintained or regained through comprehensive protocols
– Long-term cognitive health achieved through ongoing support
What if we told you Alzheimer’s could be REVERSED, not just managed?
The ReCODE Difference: Personalized vs. One-Size-Fits-All
Traditional Approach:
- Same medications for everyone
- Symptom management only
- No root cause testing
- Generic rehabilitation exercises
- Inevitable decline expected
ReCODE Protocol at The Carroll Institute:
- Personalized based on YOUR root causes
- Eliminates underlying problems
- Comprehensive testing reveals triggers
- Custom cognitive exercises designed for your specific brain dysfunction patterns
- Cognitive improvement and reversal achieved
No other clinic in Sarasota offers this level of personalized neurological rehabilitation.
Is the ReCODE Protocol Right for You?
The ReCODE Protocol can help if you’re experiencing:
- Memory problems or brain fog
- Difficulty with focus and concentration
- Early signs of cognitive decline
- Mild cognitive impairment (MCI)
- Early to moderate Alzheimer’s disease
- Family history of dementia
The earlier you start, the better your results will be. But even patients with moderate cognitive decline can achieve significant improvements when root causes are properly addressed.
Ready to learn if the ReCODE Protocol can help reverse your cognitive decline? Schedule a free discovery call with one of our certified brain health coaches to determine if this breakthrough approach is right for you.
Your future doesn’t have to include cognitive decline. We’re here to show you what’s truly possible when you receive the right care.
Dr. Garland Glenn leads the only ReCODE certified functional neurology clinic in the Sarasota area. He trained directly with Dr. Dale Bredesen at UCLA’s Buck Institute for Aging and has over 40 years of functional neurology experience. Dr. Glenn has helped hundreds of families reverse cognitive decline through the proven ReCODE Protocol at The Carroll Institute.