Sony Pictures Television and Harpo Entertainment have confirmed that the two companies have agreed to a deal for a syndicated talk show featuring Dr. Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., better known to audiences as Dr. Oz.

The series, featuring the surgeon, author and regular contributor to “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” will debut in first-run syndication next year. The series will be co-produced by Harpo Productions and Sony Pictures Television and distributed by SPT.

“This is a show I believe in,” Ms. Winfrey said. “Judging by the response from our viewers, Dr. Oz has already demonstrated he is a valued and trusted medical expert who has created a deep connection with our audience.”

Under the multiyear agreement, SPT will handle all distribution efforts for the show in the United States and Canada, as well as advertiser sales and marketing, and will co-produce the series with Harpo Productions.

“We are thrilled to be working with Oprah, Dr. Oz and everyone at Harpo on this amazing project,” said Steve Mosko, president of Sony Pictures Television. “It’s a perfect marriage of independent, entrepreneurial companies and a wonderful opportunity for us to work with such tremendously talented people.”

“Medicine has always been my calling,” said Dr. Oz. “This show allows me to share the same passion I bring to my patients with millions of viewers every day. We will empower the audience to live more fully as they take control of their health … and their bodies. I am deeply appreciative to Oprah and to our great partner Sony for this opportunity.”