As the first African American female optometrist to practice in the state of North Carolina and the first to become a fellow in the American Academy of Optometry, being cutting-edge is a way of life for Dr. Paula Newsome. Dr. Newsome has provided free eye care to people on numerous continents, including Africa, South America, and North America, has run a private practice in Charlotte for over 20 years, has taught optometry courses in Atlanta, GA, and is featured in Optometric Management discussing Acuvue Vitas Contact Lenses.