Kelly, APRN-BC
Lead Nurse Practitioner Provider
Kelly is a board certified nurse practitioner who sees patients for medical visits, reviews history and symptoms, and recommends next steps. She is featured in the patient video.
Erectile Dysfunction Treatment in Downers Grove, IL
Take the next step toward better sexual health and confidence.
Trouble getting or keeping an erection can affect more than your sex life. At TRU Integrative Wellness, we listen to your concerns and evaluate what may be contributing, including your medical history, medications, circulation, and hormone health. Start with a private conversation about your options, even if you have already tried ED medication.
Your first call is with Ericka, our Men's Health Patient Coordinator. She will answer initial questions and help arrange the appropriate next step. Medical evaluation and treatment decisions are handled by our licensed clinical team.
- Care overseen by Medical Director Brett Brechner, D.O.
- Confidential conversations
- In-person care in Downers Grove
Trouble getting or keeping an erection?
You do not need to know the cause before reaching out. Tell us what has changed and what you would like help with.
- Erections that are less firm or difficult to maintain
- Sexual performance that feels inconsistent
- ED medication that is not working as expected or causes side effects
- Less interest in sex, with changes in energy or motivation
- Diabetes or other health concerns alongside ED
- A new curve, discomfort, or changes in penile shape
These concerns can have different causes. A medical evaluation helps determine which options may be appropriate for you.
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Patient experience
Hear from a TRU patient who took the first step
Listen to a patient's own account of seeking help and receiving care at TRU.
This is one patient's personal experience. Results vary, and treatment suitability is determined through a medical evaluation.
Listen: Joe Z. shares his first visit
A TRU patient talks about feeling tired and losing interest in the things he used to enjoy, how nervous he was about coming in, and what his first visits with Kelly were like. His name has been changed to protect his privacy.
Joe Z. is a real TRU patient. His name has been changed and he shared this interview voluntarily. This is his personal experience, not a promise of results.
Read the transcript
Interviewer: Thanks so much for agreeing to share your experience at TRU Integrative Wellness. We're keeping this anonymous. What symptoms were you having when you first talked to someone at our clinic?
Joe Z.: When I first started coming there, the symptoms were just not having the energy or the interest to do anything. Even as much as housework, I just didn't have the interest, not only the energy. I wanted to get help for a while, but I didn't know really where I could go. I just didn't like the way I was feeling and didn't know where I could turn.
Interviewer: What was your experience like coming into our Downers Grove office? And how do you feel now compared to when you started?
Joe Z.: It's been about six months. I have to be honest, initially it was a very difficult decision to come in. I was apprehensive, because I had never experienced anything like that or even heard of a place to go to. I didn't know what to expect. Do you walk in? Are you going to be in a room full of people? Because I was nervous, I waited it out, and it really wasn't worth it, because it just prolonged feeling like that.
Interviewer: What happened once you came in? Did you meet with a provider? How did they figure out what was going on with you?
Joe Z.: When I first came in, I met with Kelly, and she was awesome. Talk about making you feel comfortable. The truth is, you don't even have to tell them everything you're going through. If you just explain your lifestyle, how it was before you were feeling like this, and talk about how you're feeling now, they're almost going to figure it out. After the first visit, that took off about 70 percent of the stress of coming in. By the second visit, I felt so comfortable. I had so much trust in Kelly, because after a short 20 minute conversation, it's like she lived in my shoes. She knew what I was going through.
Interviewer: A lot of men get apprehensive because she's female. Were you worried about that, and how did you get past it?
Joe Z.: Conversation, and her just being straightforward like she is. Being a guy, you go in there apprehensive and you tend to beat around the bush. She's just going to come straight out and tell you how you feel. That takes away the uncomfortableness right away. She just rips the bandage off: this is how you feel, let's get to what we need to do. Then comes the blood test and everything like that. Now, months down the road, I feel 100 percent comfortable. I just feel better when I go there. I feel like I'm dealing with people that understand what I'm going through and give me the advice I need. I go there now once a week and I feel fantastic.
Interviewer: How did your symptoms improve from when you started six months ago to now? I remember you loved going to the gym, and instead you had to take naps.
Joe Z.: That's all 100 percent different. When you are in need of whatever you're in need of, it doesn't only take away your energy, it takes away your interest in doing things. Like I said earlier, cleaning the house, I didn't even want to do it. Now it's different. I know I have things I have to do, and it's not a problem. I get up, I have the energy to do it, I have the interest in doing it. It's a completely different feeling. When you don't feel well, like when you have a cold, you're just not interested in anything, and that makes it harder to want to do anything. I felt the same way, had the same symptoms. And now I just feel good.
Interviewer: That's a great analogy, everybody can relate to it. We're so happy to hear it, and we really appreciate you being our client. The goal is to share this with other people who might be in your shoes. Thank you.
What happens when you contact TRU?
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Start with a private call
Speak with Ericka about your concerns and questions. She coordinates next steps; the call is not a medical examination.
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Meet with a licensed medical provider
Your provider reviews your symptoms, history, medications, and prior treatments, and decides whether examination or testing is appropriate.
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Review your options and costs
Discuss suitable treatment options, expected benefits, limitations, risks, and pricing before deciding how to proceed.
The first call is private and zero cost. We will go over every treatment option and what it costs with you on that call, before you decide anything.
Meet your Downers Grove care team
Your medical visit is with a licensed provider who evaluates your concerns and recommends appropriate next steps. Brett Brechner, D.O., serves as Medical Director and oversees clinical care and treatment protocols. Ericka helps you begin the process and coordinate appointments.
Brett Brechner, D.O.
Medical Director
Dr. Brechner serves as Medical Director of TRU Integrative Wellness and oversees clinical care and treatment protocols.
Ericka
Men's Health Patient Coordinator
Ericka is your first call. With more than 10 years of experience helping men take this step, she answers initial questions and coordinates appointments. She is not a medical provider.
Learn more about our clinicians on the TRU care team page.
Understanding what may be contributing to ED
Erectile dysfunction means difficulty getting or maintaining an erection firm enough for sexual activity. Circulation, nerve function, medications, hormone levels, diabetes, stress, and other factors can contribute. ED can also accompany another health condition, which is why evaluation matters. Your provider will discuss your symptoms and decide which tests or referrals, if any, are appropriate.
REGENmax at TRU Integrative Wellness
TRU offers the REGENmax protocol as part of its ED care services in Downers Grove. The protocol is called regenerative because its components are intended to break up plaque that can restrict blood flow and support the rebuilding of collagen in the tissue. It combines multiple treatment components. Your provider will explain what is being recommended, why it may fit your situation, and the evidence, risks, limitations, and alternatives before you decide on treatment.
REGENwave acoustic wave care
Low intensity acoustic (sound) wave sessions applied externally to the penis with a handheld device. It is intended to help break up plaque in the small blood vessels and support circulation and tissue response. Professional guidelines from the American Urological Association currently consider low intensity shockwave therapy for ED investigational, and results are not the same for everyone.
Tissue regenerative factors
A regenerative component delivered as a small injection, using either platelet rich plasma (PRP) or exosomes, when clinically appropriate. It is intended to support the rebuilding of collagen in penile tissue as plaque is broken down. Your provider will explain which option is used, what is known and not yet known about it, and answer your questions before anything is done. Regenerative approaches such as PRP are considered experimental for ED in AUA guidance.
REGENlase laser care
Laser based care included in the coordinated protocol when appropriate. Your provider will explain what the device does, what a session feels like, and its limitations.
Hormone evaluation and treatment when indicated
Hormone testing is considered when your symptoms and history suggest it. Treatment is offered only when laboratory results and a medical evaluation support it.
Not every patient receives every component, and no outcome is guaranteed. A patent describes a method; it does not establish FDA approval or effectiveness for any individual.
Other options your provider may discuss
Depending on your situation, established options such as ED medications, vacuum devices, other urologic treatments, or a referral to a urologist may be appropriate. ED medications help many men, and your provider can talk through how they fit alongside or instead of other care.
Low desire, fatigue, or concerns about testosterone?
If erection changes come with lower desire or persistent fatigue, tell your provider. These symptoms do not automatically mean low testosterone. Your history and an appropriate evaluation can help determine whether hormone testing or another next step makes sense. Learn more about testosterone evaluation and replacement at TRU.
Penile curvature or concerns about Peyronie's disease?
A new curve, a firm area under the skin, pain with erections, or changes in penile shape can be signs of Peyronie's disease. It can occur alongside ED, and we evaluate and treat it at TRU. Your provider will assess the curvature and review which options may fit. Learn more on our Peyronie's disease page.
How patients describe their care at TRU
“Everyone here is very compassionate to the sensitive needs of their clients, from the first phone call and front desk to the providers. This clinic has everything someone needs for erectile dysfunction, hormone replacement, weight loss, and more.”
“What really stands out is their personalized approach to wellness. They take the time to listen, understand your concerns, and create customized treatment plans tailored to your individual goals. The staff is professional, compassionate, and never makes you feel rushed.”
“From the very first phone consultation to the moment I walked through the door, the staff made me feel like a VIP. Every question was answered with care and expertise, and I felt completely comfortable and confident in their hands.”
Review excerpts are edited only for length, capitalization, and punctuation. They describe patients' experience of care, not treatment outcomes.
Questions men ask about ED care
This page has been reviewed by Brett Brechner, D.O., Medical Director at TRU Integrative Wellness.
Can you help if I can get an erection but cannot keep it?
Yes, that is a common reason men contact us. Difficulty maintaining an erection is a form of erectile dysfunction, and a provider can review what may be contributing and which options may fit.
What if Viagra or Cialis has not worked for me?
You can still reach out. ED medications help many men, and how and when they are taken matters. Your provider will review your experience with them, your health history, and whether a different medication approach, another treatment, or a referral may be appropriate.
Could low testosterone be contributing?
Possibly, but symptoms alone cannot diagnose low testosterone. Your provider may recommend laboratory testing based on your history and evaluation.
What if I have diabetes?
Diabetes can affect circulation and nerves, and it is a common contributor to ED. Tell us about your diabetes care and current medications so your provider can take them into account.
What if I have penile curvature or Peyronie's disease?
Yes, we evaluate and treat penile curvature and Peyronie's disease at TRU. A new curve, a firm area under the skin, or pain with erections can be signs of Peyronie's disease, and it can occur alongside ED. Your provider will assess the curvature and review which options may fit. Learn more on our Peyronie's disease page.
What happens on the first call and medical visit?
The first call is with Ericka, our Men's Health Patient Coordinator. She listens, answers initial questions, and helps arrange the next step; she is not a medical provider. If you schedule a medical consultation, a licensed provider reviews your symptoms, history, and medications and decides whether examination or testing is appropriate.
What does the first call cost?
Nothing. The first call is private and zero cost, with no obligation to continue. We do not list prices online because treatment costs depend on what your provider recommends. We will go over all costs with you on that call, before you decide anything.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not accept insurance. Many men's health treatments are not covered by insurance plans. We offer payment plans and financing options, and we will go over all costs with you on your first call. Financing information is available on our financing page.
How many visits might be needed, and when would progress be assessed?
That depends on your evaluation and the option recommended. Your provider will explain the expected number of visits, timing, follow up, and how progress will be reviewed before you begin.
Is my inquiry private, and am I committing to treatment?
Your inquiry is handled discreetly, and you can tell Ericka whether it is okay to leave a voicemail or send a text. Scheduling a call or a consultation does not commit you to treatment.
Private men's health intake call
Schedule a private ED call with Ericka
Choose a time for a confidential first conversation. This is an intake call to answer questions and arrange next steps, not a medical examination.
The first call is private and zero cost. We will go over every treatment option and what it costs with you on that call, before you decide anything.
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ED care in Downers Grove and the western suburbs
Our clinic is located at 4121 Fairview Avenue, Suite 103, Downers Grove, IL 60515. Men from nearby communities such as Westmont, Lisle, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, and Naperville can contact our Downers Grove team about private ED evaluation and care.
TRU Integrative Wellness4121 Fairview Avenue, Suite 103
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Parking at the clinic is complimentary.
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