Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians about their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctors the following questions related to gene therapy:

1. What is gene therapy and when will it be available to treat heart disease?
   
   
2. How can I get in a clinical trial for gene therapy?
   
   
3. Are any of my heart problems being studied for gene therapy?
   
   
4. Will gene therapy replace surgery or lifestyle changes for heart disease?
   
   
5. Where can I get updated information about gene therapy advances?
   
   
6. What drawbacks have been observed in gene therapy clinical trials?
   
   
7. How is stem cell treatment related to gene therapy?
   
   
8. Is there an autologous stem cell treatment appropriate for me?