When quality of life starts to decline, it is important to look at quality vs. quantity of life. If you want her to live as long as possible then yes she needs to continue to see her specialists unless they say it isn't necessary.If her goals are just peace, dignity and comfort rather than trying to extend life then focus on this instead. Her geriatrician can help with this.
My (74F) mom will likely be diagnosed with Alzheimer's later this month by the neurologist when we go for a follow-up after an inpatient stay for delirium. She is currently in a memory care facility. She has DM, OSA, and CHF with an implanted defibrillator. As I step in to manage her appointments I was wondering if she needs to see all her various specialists still. She will be seen by a Geriatrician for primary care, and I assume Cardiology would still be needed due to the defibrillator. But would she still need endocrinology and a dietician for the DM? What about Neurology and Psychiatry after the diagnosis? I got the impression from the Hospitalist that no treatment would be coming for Alzheimer's. Her DM and OSA have always been poorly controlled due to her non-compliance. I don't want her to get worse, but I'm also wanting to be as efficient as possible with the appointments since I'm on my own.