Stephen R. Bunker MD, Radiologist
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Stephen R. Bunker MD

Radiologist | Body Imaging

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2712 Bee Caves Road Suite 122 Austin Texas, 78746
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Stephen R. Bunker, MD, is the founder of the Bunker Vein & Imaging Center located in Austin, Texas. With over 30 years of experience and triple Board certification in radiology, nuclear medicine, and venous and lymphatic medicine; Dr. Bunker is a well-versed and highly skilled physician. Within the practice, Dr. Bunker offers quality care to his patients; primarily treating varicose and spider veins with a wide array of different procedures including topical laser treatments, sclerotherapy, and endovenous laser therapy. Dr. Bunker also specializes in diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine, and deep venous thrombosis; which is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep inside a part of the body. A leader in his field, Dr. Bunker has authored over 80 publications and over 150 presentations, as well as, speaking nationally on his expertise. Currently, Dr. Bunker speaks locally and is an active member to numerous medical associations that promote continued learning.

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Education and Training

Creighton University

Board Certification

American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Nuclear Radiology; American Board of Nuclear Medicine- Nuclear Medicine; American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine- Venous and Lympathic Medicine

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 48 years of experience
Stephen R. Bunker MD
Stephen R. Bunker MD's Expert Contributions
  • MRI and aspirin?

    Most of the time, when patients undergo MRI examinations that involve injections of contrast media (such as your adrenal gland exam) they are screened beforehand and instructed not to take aspirin, advil, and other NSAIDS which may increase clotting times (i.e., "blood thinners"). The usual protocol is to avoid these for up to 72 hours as a safety precaution to avoid excess bleeding at the catheter insertion point when it is removed at the end of the exam. READ MORE

  • Will a CT scan show thyroid cancer?

    A CT scan may help locate a mass in the region of the thyroid gland. Be careful if the CT scan has been ordered "with contrast" though, as this may saturate the thyroid gland with iodine, precluding the use of radioactive iodine for diagnostic and/or treatment options for several weeks. MRI or ultrasound guided biopsy of any suspicious lumps may be a better option. READ MORE

  • Does a sinus x-ray show infection?

    Sinus x-rays are generally performed to detect "air-fluid levels" or opacification in one or more sinus cavities in patients suspected of sinus infection, or following facial trauma. Opacification or fluid levels would indicate the presence of infection in the proper clinical setting. Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone READ MORE

  • How long does a lung CT scan take?

    30-60 minutes. Actual scan time is only a few minutes, bulk of time is getting ready and prepped to have CT performed. READ MORE

  • Why is an x-ray needed for fecal impaction?

    Fecal impaction can be due to many causes including foreign bodies, bowel obstruction, etc. Most X-ray studies today to evaluate this are of very lose dose/exposure and worth the information obtained to prevent more invasive procedures (e.g., surgery) to remedy the problem. READ MORE

  • What can lung CT scans detect?

    CT scans have become very useful to detect lung nodules that may represent cancer. Further evaluation of suspicious nodules may be necessary to confirm or exclude malignancy (e.g., biopsy). READ MORE

  • Breast mammogram vs. breast ultrasound for tumors?

    American Cancer Society has issued guidelines as follows:Women ages 40-44. Their choice to start annual mammography screening.Women ages 45-54. Should get annual screening mammograms.Women ages 55 and older should switch to mammograms every 2 years or may continue annually. At age 35, mammograms would not ordinarily be recommended unless there is a strong family history or signs or symptoms such as palpable lump, nipple discharge, pain/tenderness are present. Ultrasound of the breast is often utilized to determine if a mass or lump (often detected by mammogram) is solid or cystic.Some women at high risk may be screened with MRI as well as mammography.Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone READ MORE

  • Are X-rays safe for elderly people?

    Yes. Nearly all diagnostic X-rays are safe for nearly all ages, with the frequency of repeats in "the elderly" also fine. Radiation effects, when more likely to cause damage to normal tissues (as in some radiation treatments) usually have a latency of onset of several years. Diagnostic X-ray exams are specifically designed to result in exposures that minimize or avoid such effects. READ MORE

  • My X-ray showed a 3mm stone in the right kidney however it was not seen in the following x-ray. Why did this happen?

    Without seeing the X-rays (presumably plain films as opposed to CT), possibilities include an artifact (not really a stone, but an abnormality on the film, skin or tissue adjacent to the kidney that changed in position or was no longer present when the second X-ray was taken), or passing of the stone before the second film was obtained. READ MORE

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Areas of expertise and specialization

Diagnostic RadiologyNuclear MedicineNuclear RadiologyVenous and Lympathic Medicine

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Spoke Nationally in the Past, Currently More Local -
  • Chief of Nuclear Medicine, California Pacific Medical Center -

Treatments

  • Telemedicine, Medical Imaging

Professional Memberships

  • Member Travis County Medical Society 

Internships

  • Letterman Army Medical Center

Fellowships

  • (Nuclear Medicine)

Professional Society Memberships

  • American College of Phlebology, Texas Medical Association, Travis County Medical Society

Articles and Publications

  • 60 Peer-Reviewed Works, 28 Abstracts, and Over 150 Presentations

What do you attribute your success to?

  • His passion to bring the latest and the best technology to patients, as soon as he possibly can.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Sports and Amateur Radio

Stephen R. Bunker MD's Practice location

2712 Bee Caves Road Suite 122 -
Austin, Texas 78746
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New patients: 512-726-0599
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2712 BEE CAVES RD -
AUSTIN, TX 78746
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New patients: 512-726-0599
Fax: 800-308-9876

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Stephen R. Bunker MD has a rating of 2 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 3 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Radiologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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